PHOTO STORY: Engrossed in their phones, COP28 delegates captured in colourful moments
In the fast-paced landscape of the Conference of the Parties (COP), the 28th edition which was held in Dubai, UAE, one element silently stole the spotlight; the routine mobile phone usage.
As delegates and attendees navigated the multifaceted events of the conference, these handheld devices became more than just tools of communication; they became windows into moments of connection, contemplation, negotiations, and capturing the moment against the backdrop of climate discourse.
As the sprawling conference venue required attendees to move seamlessly between pavilions and zones, mobile phones emerged as an indispensable navigation tool. Through maps and real-time updates, delegates effortlessly manoeuvred the magnificent venue of COP28, turning their devices into personalised guides for exploration.
These images capture delegates and attendees engrossed in text conversations, calls, video conferences with friends, staying abreast of updates, side events, and press conferences.
Below are moments delegates had with their mobile phones at COP28.
A delegate chatting on the phone as he walks around the venue of COP28
Capturing the moment
Chatting beside a waterfall at COP28
Emirati’s on their mobile phones as they wait for a plenary session at COP28
All smiles as a delegate is engaged on her phone
A delegate takes a photo of the interactive map of the venue of COP28
A UNDSS official checks her phone at one of the pavilion at the COP28
A delegate chats on his phone at the Nigerian pavilion
Security officials not left out… UNDSS officials on their phones
Say cheese — delegates taking photos with their mobile phones
A delegate listen to a voice note as he exits one of the pavilions at COP28
Puffing a cigarette and also engaged on their mobile phone
A COP28 security official gives direction to a delegate on her mobile phone
An emirati walks pass a COP28 official logo in Dubai
A journalist documents a protest by civil society groups at COP28
Eating and checking mobile phone
Two delegates both on their mobile phones
A delegate operates her mobile phone as she walks pass COP28 official logo in Dubai, UAE
A COP28 delegate on the phone seeking direction to meet up with a colleague
An official assist a delegate in taking photos at COP28 in Dubai
A delegate on a video call during COP28 in Dubai
Two UN climate youths check for their next engagement on their mobile phones
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