The China Pavilion at the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) opened on Monday in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event, running from November 11 to 22, aims to foster international cooperation in addressing climate change.
The pavilion will host ten themed days, featuring various sideline activities that highlight China’s commitment to environmental sustainability and low-carbon development.
During the opening ceremony, Zhao Yingmin, head of the Chinese delegation to COP29 and vice minister of China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment, emphasized China’s role in promoting global ecological civilization. “China has become an essential participant, contributor, and leader in building a prosperous, clean, and beautiful world,” he stated.
Liu Zhenmin, China’s special envoy for climate change, underscored the nation’s dedication to combating climate change as a crucial national strategy. “Low-carbon development is a vital part of building a beautiful China,” he said. Liu highlighted the remarkable results China has achieved in promoting green development, earning widespread international recognition.
Liu expressed optimism that COP29 would enhance global confidence in tackling climate challenges. He stressed the importance of upholding the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities and urged developed countries to fulfill their commitments by providing financial support to help developing nations enhance their capacity to respond to climate change.
“China stands ready to work with the international community to uphold multilateralism, ensure fairness and justice in climate governance, and contribute to the success of COP29,” Liu noted.
As COP29 unfolds, the China Pavilion serves as a platform for dialogue and cooperation, reflecting China’s willingness to strengthen political mutual trust and enhance global collaboration in the fight against climate change.
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