Thousands of climate activists gathered in Belem, Brazil, on Saturday, staging a vibrant and peaceful protest to demand stronger global action against climate change. The demonstration, dubbed the ‘Great People’s March,’ coincided with the halfway point of the COP30 climate conference, where negotiations have stalled amid disagreements among nations. Protesters, including indigenous leaders and environmental advocates, marched through the city under the scorching sun, chanting slogans and rolling a massive inflatable globe to symbolize the planet’s fragility. Some participants staged a symbolic funeral procession for fossil fuels, carrying coffins labeled ‘coal,’ ‘oil,’ and ‘gas’ to highlight the need for a transition to renewable energy. Indigenous leader Txai Surui, 28, emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, ‘We are here to pressure countries to fulfill their promises and prevent any regression.’ The march concluded near the COP30 venue, where security forces were deployed to maintain order. Inside the conference, COP30 President Andre Correa do Lago acknowledged the lack of progress in negotiations and urged delegates to prioritize meaningful dialogue over procedural delays. He pledged to release a summary of key positions on Sunday to guide ministers in the final week of talks. The protesters’ demands include reparations for environmental damage caused by corporations and governments, particularly to marginalized communities, and greater representation of indigenous voices in climate discussions.