Turkey to Host COP31 UN Climate Summit in Antalya in 2026

Turkey will host the COP31 United Nations Climate Summit in November 2026 in Antalya after reaching a compromise with Australia. Under the agreement, Turkey will preside over the summit, while Australia will lead international climate negotiations. A pre-COP event on climate financing will be held in a Pacific island nation. The deal ends months of competition and introduces shared responsibility. Turkey aims for net-zero emissions by 2053, while Australia focuses on supporting Pacific nations and strengthening multilateral climate action, reflecting a collaborative global approach.