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India has reaffirmed its commitment to climate multilateralism and the principles of Equity and Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC) at the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the UNFCCC, being held in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9 to 20 November 2026.
India’s Key Positions at COP31
- Climate multilateralism: India emphasised that the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement remain inclusive international platforms where every country has a voice.
- Equity: Climate action must be guided by fairness and equitable sharing of responsibilities.
- CBDR-RC: All countries share responsibility for addressing climate change, but their obligations should reflect their different historical contributions and respective capabilities.
- COP of Implementation: India welcomed the Presidency’s vision of making COP31 a ‘COP of Implementation’, guided by three principles:
- Dialogue: Builds trust among countries.
- Consensus: Ensures collective ownership of outcomes.
- Action: Converts commitments into progress on the ground.
- Leadership: India expressed appreciation to Türkiye and Australia for their leadership in the COP31 process.
About COP31
- Full name: 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
- Venue: Antalya, Türkiye.
- Dates: 9–20 November 2026.
- Host country: Türkiye.
- COP31 President: Murat Kurum (Türkiye).
- President of Negotiations: Chris Bowen (Australia).
Source: PIB
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