An open letter calls on the United Nations to stop holding climate conferences in oil-rich countries, citing concerns over credibility. Notable signatories, including former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, support stricter eligibility criteria for host nations that do not back the transition from fossil fuels. The letter highlights the prevalence of fossil fuel lobbyists at these events, noting that Azerbaijan, the current host, has accredited over 1,700 lobbyists, outnumbering representatives from vulnerable nations. Advocates argue for more frequent, solution-oriented meetings and better accountability mechanisms for climate commitments.