At the inaugural Ministerial Meeting on Sustainable Fuels held in Osaka, Japan and Brazil jointly announced an ambitious goal to quadruple global annual use of sustainable fuels by 2035, aiming to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

The meeting, co-chaired by Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yoji Muto, brought together representatives from more than 30 countries across Europe, Asia, and international organizations. Discussions centered on strategies to promote low-carbon fuels such as biofuels and hydrogen, highlighting their importance in global decarbonization.

Participants agreed on the need to expand the use of sustainable fuels in various sectors, including hybrid vehicles, while encouraging each country to adopt approaches tailored to its own circumstances. Muto stressed that achieving the 2035 target will require strong international cooperation and coordinated efforts between public and private sectors.

The outcome of the Osaka meeting is expected to be presented at the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Brazil this November.