“We must build on the progress we have made,” he said in South Korea’s Busan.

“There is a general agreement to resume the current session at a later date to conclude our negotiations.”

Nearly 200 nations have gathered in the city for negotiations that were supposed to result in a landmark accord after two years of discussions.

“While it is encouraging that portions of the text have been agreed upon, we must also recognise that a few critical issues still prevent us from reaching a comprehensive agreement,” Vayas said.

The Ecuadorian diplomat added that “these unresolved issues remain challenging and additional time will be needed to address them effectively”.

“While I will not assign a specific percentage to our achievements, it is evident that we have made tangible and meaningful strides in Busan,” he said.

A draft text released this afternoon after multiple delays still includes a wide range of options, making clear the ongoing level of disagreement.