The 38th Meeting of Parties to the Montreal Protocol convened in Rwanda, marking the first time the event is hosted in Africa. Delegates from over 190 countries gathered in Kigali to review progress on phasing out ozone-depleting substances. The Montreal Protocol, established in 1987, is considered one of the most successful international environmental agreements.
The meeting focused on updating the implementation of the protocol, particularly on the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbons, which are potent greenhouse gases. Rwanda, a signatory to the protocol, has been actively involved in ozone protection efforts. The country has implemented policies to reduce the use of ozone-depleting substances and promote alternatives.
The Montreal Protocol has led to the recovery of the ozone layer, which is expected to return to pre-industrial levels by the middle of the 21st century. The meeting in Rwanda highlighted the importance of continued global cooperation in environmental protection. The event also aimed to encourage developing countries to adopt more stringent measures to protect the ozone layer.
