The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil, once again brought countries together to advance collective action against climate change. This year's conference revolved around the increasingly contentious debate on "phasing out fossil fuels," framed by broader discussions on climate finance, just transition and adaptation. However, COP30 carried a particular significance for Türkiye: the host country for COP31 to be held in 2026, would be decided. The competition between Türkiye and Australia, both officially announced their candidacy in 2022, was ultimately resolved through an unprecedented formula in the history of climate diplomacy.
27 November 2025
Türkiye’s Emerging Role in Global Climate Governance at COP31
What were the dominant themes on the agenda at COP30? Why was Australia not selected to host COP31? How did Türkiye emerge as the deal-maker in the COP31 hosting battle? How is Türkiye's rising climate profile taking shape?
