Australia leads COP31 talks as UN summit opens in Antalya

The Guardian • 9 Նոյ 17:18

With no official US delegation at COP31 in Turkey, Democratic lawmakers travel to the summit after a decisive midterm victory, signaling hopes for renewed American climate engagement.

CNA • 9 Նոյ 12:08

The UN climate summit began in Antalya with a delayed opening and heated negotiations over funding for developing nations and a proposed electrification pledge, while the United Nations warned that global temperatures are on track to exceed the 1.5°C target.

The Independent • 9 Նոյ 10:16

Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh told The Independent that Britain’s involvement in Cop31 is essential to protect the country from worsening climate impacts and to capture green-economy opportunities.

The Guardian • 9 Նոյ 07:12

More than 90 heads of state and officials from nearly 190 countries arrived in Antalya for COP31, where discussions will centre on implementing greenhouse-gas reduction targets and climate finance.

The Guardian • 8 Նոյ 11:00

Australia, Turkey, Brazil, China, India, the United States, the UK, the EU, the UN and Saudi Arabia each bring distinct agendas and leaders to the COP31 summit, highlighting the complex interplay of climate policy and fossil-fuel interests.

The Guardian • 7 Նոյ 21:42

Australia's climate change minister Chris Bowen heads the COP31 negotiation team while the country faces criticism over its large coal and gas export industry.