Date: Tuesday, 19th August 2025; 15:00 (GMT +5:30) 

Time: 90–100 minutes

The opening webinar sets the tone for the entire five-part series. It seeks to situate urban climate action within global frameworks as well as Asian reality, and examine how international climate processes—particularly the Global Stocktake and COP negotiations—are shaping and being shaped by cities. A special focus will be placed on the evolving conversation around climate finance and how cities can access the resources needed to meet ambitious climate goals.