COP31 Opens in Antalya, Bringing Global Climate Negotiations to Türkiye

Addis Ababa, November 9, 2026 (FMC) – The 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) opened today in Antalya, Türkiye, bringing together representatives of nearly 200 countries for two weeks of high-level discussions and negotiations on the global climate agenda.

Hosted by Türkiye from November 9 to 20, the conference seeks to advance international cooperation on climate change, with a strong focus on translating global commitments into concrete action.

Türkiye is presiding over the summit, with its Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, Murat Kurum, serving as COP31 President. Under an arrangement between Türkiye and Australia, Australia is leading the negotiations, with Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen heading the negotiating process.

The agenda encompasses key global climate priorities, including greenhouse gas emission reductions, climate adaptation, climate finance, energy transition, food security, water security and sustainable development.

The conference programme is taking place across two main venues. The Blue Zone hosts official negotiations and high-level diplomatic engagements, while the Green Zone provides space for public participation, exhibitions and discussions involving a broader range of climate stakeholders.

A high-level leaders’ summit, hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, is scheduled for November 11–12, bringing heads of state and government together to discuss international climate action.

COP31 will continue until November 20, as participating countries work to build consensus on climate priorities and strengthen the implementation of international commitments.