As the world gears up for COP29 in Baku next month, China's climate envoy Liu Zhenmin is urging developed and developing nations to "join hands" in tackling the planet's most pressing crisis. In an exclusive interview with Xinhua, Liu emphasized that climate cooperation is non-negotiable—no matter how tricky the politics get.
The $100 Billion Promise: Still Waiting
Remember that $100 billion per year pledge rich nations made back in 2009? Liu pointed out it's still not fully delivered. "This funding is like a spark—it can ignite bigger investments," he said, stressing that keeping this promise is key to building trust between nations.
EU's Climate Credentials Tested
While praising the EU's past climate leadership, Liu called out recent backsliding: "Political shifts shouldn't mean passing the buck." With some EU parties losing steam on green policies, all eyes are on whether the bloc will step up at COP29—or step back.
China's Green Game Changers
From high-speed rail dominance to EVs zooming past gas guzzlers ( sells 60% of the world's electric cars!), Liu showcased China's homegrown solutions. "We're walking the talk," he said, while pledging support for other developing nations through South-South cooperation.
As negotiations heat up in Azerbaijan, one message rings clear: #WeNeedToTalkAboutClimateFinance.
In an exclusive interview with Xinhua, Liu emphasized that climate cooperation is non-negotiable—no matter how tricky the politics get.
The $100 Billion Promise: Still Waiting
EU's Climate Credentials Tested
China's Green Game Changers
sells 60% of the world's electric cars!), Liu showcased China's homegrown solutions. "We're walking the talk," he said, while pledging support for other developing nations through South-South cooperation.
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