The debate over whether the annual UN Climate Conferences — known as the COPs (Conferences of the Parties) — have become obsolete reflects growing reflection on their purpose and effectiveness in global climate governance. These conferences were established in 1995 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as a platform for nearly every country to negotiate and coordinate action on climate change. Over the years, they have produced milestone agreements such as the Kyoto Protocol (1997), which introduced binding emission targets for developed countries, and the Paris Agreement (2015), which sought a universal commitment to limit global warming below 2°C. Despite these achievements, the COP process has expanded in scale and complexity, now involving tens of thousands of participants — governments, NGOs, activists, and corporations. The debate questions whether this format still serves its original purpose in a world where climate urgency demands faster, more practical action. Critics point to repeated delays, diluted commitments, and the gap between promises and measurable outcomes.