China has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating a comprehensive green transition while advancing carbon-peaking efforts, as outlined by Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang during his address at the Belem Climate Summit in Brazil. Speaking as President Xi Jinping's special representative, Ding emphasized China's progress in meeting its 2030 climate goals and unveiled new policy directions under the CPC's latest five-year plan.
Milestones and Momentum
Marking the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, Ding highlighted China's 'remarkable results' in implementing its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), including setting absolute emissions reduction targets across all economic sectors. The newly adopted 15th Five-Year Plan recommendations prioritize building a 'beautiful China' through coordinated carbon reduction, pollution control, and green industry expansion.
Three-Pillar Global Strategy
Ding proposed a multilateral approach to climate challenges: 1) Integrating environmental and economic goals while ensuring equitable development 2) Upholding differentiated responsibilities between developed and developing nations 3) Enhancing green technology collaboration and sustainable trade practices. He urged developed countries to fulfill emissions reduction and financial commitments while supporting developing nations' transitions.
Global Implications
As the world's largest renewable energy investor, China's accelerated transition signals new opportunities in clean technology markets while reinforcing Asia's leadership in climate governance. The commitments come as nations prepare for COP30 in Brazil, where developing economies are expected to push for enhanced global cooperation mechanisms.
