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US and rest of world must follow China’s lead on green energy, says John Kerry

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Briefings

Former US Secretary of State John Kerry stated that while most nations are 'stumbling along,' China has 'hugely accelerated' in moving away from fossil fuels. In its March 2026 five-year plan, China pledged to actively participate in and lead global climate governance, a move that could signal Beijing's readiness to lead the upcoming Cop31 summit in Turkey.

Key points

• John Kerry, former US Secretary of State, claimed China has 'hugely accelerated' in moving away from fossil fuels compared to other nations.
• China's March 2026 five-year plan included a pledge to 'actively participate in and lead global climate governance' for the first time.

Context

John Kerry's comments were made during the opening of Cop31 in Turkey, where global speculation exists about whether China will finally assume leadership in climate action. This follows China's adoption of a five-year plan in March 2026, which marks the first time it has formally committed to leading global climate governance.

Limitations

Kerry's statement reflects public perception rather than verified data; the five-year plan details are unverified and subject to change. Specific metrics on China's fossil fuel reduction or global governance leadership impact remain unconfirmed.

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