Australia guides climate talks at COP31 in Turkey
Australia is leading COP31 negotiations with Climate Minister Chris Bowen as president of talks.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese flew to COP31 in Turkey this week, marking the first time an Australian prime minister has attended since Scott Morrison in 2021. Climate Minister Chris Bowen is president of the negotiations.
The talks aim to lock in a global pledge for 35 per cent of the world's energy to come from electricity by 2035. Albanese defended the trip, saying engagement with the region is in Australia's security interest.
Australia also faces a paradox: it switches to renewables but remains one of the world's largest fossil fuel exporters.
- Anthony Albanese
- Prime Minister
- Antalya, Turkey
- Location
- Scott Morrison, 2021
- Last PM attendance
- 35 percent by 2035
- Electricity goal
Why it mattersClimate negotiations shape global emissions policy. Australia's leadership role signals its commitment to climate action.
AustraliaAustralia's lead on climate policy affects its standing with trading partners and its path to net-zero emissions by 2050.
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