Chinese vice president attends COP31 Antalya Leaders' Summit

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Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, as President Xi Jinping's special representative, attended the Antalya Leaders' Summit of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) on Wednesday and delivered a national statement.

World leaders gather for a photo as part of the Leaders' Summit during the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in Antalya, Türkiye, November 11, 2026. /VCG

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, as President Xi Jinping's special representative, attended the Antalya Leaders' Summit of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) on Wednesday and delivered a national statement.

Han said that Xi has pointed out that responding to climate change is the common cause of all humanity, adding that the adverse effects of global climate change are becoming increasingly apparent.

In light of the new circumstances, Han put forward a four-point proposal.

The first is to stay focused on common goals and strengthen collective action.

He called for the full and effective implementation of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement in accordance with the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, so as to rally collective efforts in global climate governance.

Developed countries should take the lead in reducing emissions and fulfill their climate finance commitments, Han said, stressing that all parties should make every effort to implement their nationally determined contributions and strive to do better.

The second is to accelerate the green transition and promote low-carbon development.

Efforts should be made to facilitate the free flow of high-quality green technologies and products, and promote the transformation and upgrading of the economic and industrial structures, Han said.

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