Who’s who at Cop31: key players at the climate talks
This article examines the political tensions between Australia and Turkey regarding the hosting of the Cop31 climate summit. It highlights Australia's internal political motivations and the resulting diplomatic friction that led to the current power-sharing compromise.
Why it matters
Understanding the political maneuvering behind climate summits reveals the challenges of international consensus-building.
What are the relationships and dominant interests in play, as the summit kicks off after a bitter row over its hosting? Hosting Cop was a key pledge from Australia’s prime minister, Anthony Albanese in 2021 , while in opposition, before his successful election campaign.
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