Uniting for a Green Future: Key Takeaways from Xi's Address
On September 24, 2025, President Xi Jinping addressed world leaders via video at the UN Climate Summit, marking a pivotal moment for global climate action. This year commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, and nations worldwide are gearing up to submit updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Three Pillars for Progress
- Confidence in a green transition: President Xi reminded that shifting to low-carbon economies is an irreversible trend. He urged countries to stay focused, boost action intensity, and deliver stronger NDCs to infuse positive energy into global climate governance.
- Fairness and responsibility: Emphasizing the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, he called on developed economies to lead by reducing emissions and providing financial and technological support, ensuring the green transition narrows the North-South divide.
- Deepened cooperation: Highlighting the need for stronger international coordination in green technologies, Xi encouraged efforts to bridge production gaps and ensure quality green products circulate freely, so benefits reach every corner of the globe.
China's New 2035 Targets
- Reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by 7–10% from peak levels
- Boost non-fossil fuel share in energy to over 30%
- Expand wind and solar capacity to 3,600 GW—six times the 2020 levels
- Increase forest stock to more than 24 billion cubic meters
- Make new energy vehicles the majority of new car sales
- Broaden the National Carbon Emissions Trading Market to major high-emission sectors
- Build a climate-adaptive society
President Xi stressed that these targets represent China's best efforts under the Paris Agreement. He highlighted the need for a supportive international environment to achieve these goals and invited all parties to step up collective action, aiming for a world where humanity and nature thrive in harmony.
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President Xi Jinping delivers video remarks at the UN Climate Summit
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