Chinese Vice President Meets UN Secretary-General at Climate Summit

Antalya, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : Chinese Vice President Han Chang, serving as a special envoy for President Xi Jinping, met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31) held in Antalya, Turkey.

Han emphasized China’s commitment to addressing climate change, noting that the country aims to achieve a 50% share of non-fossil fuel energy in electricity generation by 2030, with 35% of energy consumption coming from electricity. He stated that China not only speaks on these issues but also delivers tangible results, asserting that the nation will continue to provide valuable stability and certainty for global climate governance.

He further highlighted China’s active international cooperation with the UN in tackling climate change, reaffirming its commitment to the UN Framework Convention and the Paris Agreement. Han pointed out that many developing countries face significant challenges, such as lack of funding, outdated technology, and limited capacity, which require collaborative efforts from the international community to address.

Guterres recognized China as a crucial pillar of multilateralism and a key supporter of the UN. He praised China’s actions in combating climate change, stating that the country’s efforts often exceed its commitments. Guterres expressed anticipation for closer collaboration with China in the future.