COP31 Heads of State Summit: 5 friendly countries support Taiwan to participate in global climate governance

The COP31 heads of state summit was held in Türkiye a few days ago. President Hui Shuren of Palau spoke generously for our country at the summit and supported Taiwan's participation in the global climate governance mechanism. (AP)

The 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31 for short) was held in Turkey from the 9th to the 20th of this month. Five friendly countries, including Marshall Islands President Heine, Palau President Hui Shuren, Eswatini Prime Minister Dai Russell, Tuvalu Prime Minister De Feli and St. Kitts and Nevis Deputy Prime Minister Han Li, spoke generously for our country at the summit and supported Taiwan's participation in the global climate governance mechanism.

Hainie said that the voices of everyone, including Taiwan, need to be heard. Taiwan is committed to decoupling economic growth from carbon emissions, implementing a just transition, and strengthening climate resilience. Taiwan should participate in this meeting. Hui Shuren stated that in order for Taiwan to play a leadership role in areas such as disaster resilience, energy transition, and food security, the world needs Taiwan to participate in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and other meetings under the United Nations.

Dai Russell pointed out that Taiwan's professional knowledge should be used in joint efforts to protect human lives and livelihoods, and Eswatini supports Taiwan's meaningful participation in the international community.

Dai Feili emphasized that no partner who is willing to work together should be left out. Han Li affirmed Taiwan's pragmatic contributions in environmental governance, circular economy, climate resilience, green energy and capacity building. Croatia also continues to benefit from its partnership with Taiwan.