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China rules out hosting Cop33 climate summit in 2028
Publication: World news | The Guardian
Author: Fiona Harvey in Antalya
Source published: 12/11/2026, 22:00:15 UTC
Briefing created: 12/11/2026, 22:22:31 UTC
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Briefings
China announced it will not host the 2028 UN climate summit, a decision that disappoints climate experts and leaves the event open for other Asian nations. This follows months of deliberations and occurs amid the US under Donald Trump vacating international climate cooperation, though the specific impact of US withdrawal remains unconfirmed.
Key points
- China ruled out hosting the 2028 UN climate summit after months of deliberations.
- The decision leaves the field open for other Asian countries to host the summit.
Context
China is the world's largest emitter, and its decision disappoints experts who hoped it would lead on the global stage. The US under Donald Trump has vacated all forms of international cooperation on the climate, though the specific impact of US withdrawal remains unconfirmed.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a Guardian report stating China ruled out hosting the 2028 summit. The specific impact of US withdrawal remains unconfirmed, and the article does not provide details on the deliberation process or the exact reasons for the decision.
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