China Proposes Four-Point Climate Plan at COP31 Summit

Vice President Han Zheng attended the COP31 Antalya Leaders' Summit in Türkiye on November 11 as the special representative for President Xi Jinping. During a national statement, Han proposed a four-point plan to address global climate change, emphasizing the implementation of the Paris Agreement and the need for collective action.

Han urged developed nations to lead emission reductions and fulfill their climate finance commitments. He also advocated for the free flow of green technologies and reaffirmed China's commitment to its carbon peak and neutrality goals. Specifically, he noted targets to increase non-fossil energy in electricity generation to 50 percent by 2030.

To support international cooperation, Han offered the application of China's MAZU meteorological early warning system to other nations. He also announced the launch of the Global South climate action leadership program, designed to provide support to developing countries.