Paris climate pact can't be renegotiated: UNFCCC

Bonn, June 2: The Paris Climate Change Agreement adopted by 194 countries is a historic treaty and cannot be renegotiated, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) said on Friday.

The Paris Agreement was ratified by 147 countries. Therefore it cannot be renegotiated based on the request of a single Party (the US), the UNFCCC said in a statement here.

Its secretariat headquartered in this city in Germany also notes the announced intention to renegotiate the modalities for the US participation in the agreement.

"In this regard, it stands ready to engage in dialogue with the United States government regarding the implications of this announcement."

The Paris Agreement is aimed at reducing risk to economies and lives everywhere while building the foundation for a more prosperous, secure and sustainable world, it said.

"It enjoys profound credibility, as it was forged by all nations and is supported by a growing wave of business, investors, cities, states, regions and citizens. We are committed to continue working with all governments and partners in their efforts to fast forward climate action at global and national levels," the UNFCCC added.