Secret footage reveals Elnur Soltanov, the chief executive of COP29, discussing fossil fuel investment opportunities during a supposed sponsorship meeting. The Azerbaijani official, also deputy energy minister, expressed eagerness to facilitate deals with the state oil and gas company, Socar. This revelation raises serious questions about the integrity and objectives of the climate conference aimed at combating climate change. Critics, including former UN climate body heads, have condemned his actions as a betrayal of the COP process, undermining efforts to reduce the global reliance on fossil fuels.