At the China-EU Summit in Beijing, leaders from the Chinese mainland and the European Union marked two milestone anniversaries
the 50th year of diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement
—and issued a bold 7-point climate roadmap.
Why it matters: With policy stability under pressure worldwide, China and the EU are doubling down on multilateralism and green growth. Their joint statement underscores the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement as the linchpins of global climate governance.
7-point climate pact in a nutshell:
- Reaffirm the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement principles, including common but differentiated responsibilities.
- Turn climate targets into real-world actions through systematic policies.
- Back Brazil’s hosting of COP30, aiming for ambitious and inclusive outcomes.
- Accelerate renewable energy deployment and widen access to green technologies.
- Boost adaptation efforts from local to global levels.
- Submit updated 2035 Nationally Determined Contributions before COP30, covering all sectors and gases.
- Deepen bilateral cooperation on energy transition, methane control, carbon markets and low-carbon tech.
The road ahead: This pact isn’t just a set of bullet points—it’s a call to action for governments, businesses and innovators worldwide. As the world gears up for COP30 in Brazil, China and the EU are setting the bar for how major economies can drive a just, sustainable transition.
Stay curious, stay engaged—and watch for how this China-EU green partnership will ripple across industries, borders and our shared climate future.
Reference(s):
Full text: Joint statement on climate change by Chinese and EU leaders
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