COP31 organisers seek 'ambitious' climate action
Summary
COP31 organisers in Turkey are preparing a presidency-led decision aimed at driving ambitious climate action and keeping the 1.5C temperature target within reach. Pacific nations, including Fiji and Tuvalu, are pressing for stronger commitments on oceans, climate finance and ending fossil fuel expansion.
Key Points
- COP31 organisers said they will prepare a summary text for countries to adopt at next month’s climate summit in Antalya.
- Australia and Turkey want negotiators to vote on a presidency-led decision focused on ambitious action and electrification.
- Pacific nations used the pre-COP meeting in Fiji and Tuvalu to demand stronger climate finance, ocean protection and continued support for the 1.5C target.
- Greenpeace and Pacific delegates warned that sea-level rise and fossil fuel expansion are threatening the region’s future.
