China injects strong impetus to global climate governance: white paper

China is playing a pivotal role in advancing global climate governance, as highlighted in a recent white paper titled ‘Carbon Peaking and Carbon Neutrality: China’s Plans and Solutions.’ Released by the State Council Information Office, the document underscores China’s commitment to multilateralism and international cooperation in addressing climate change. The white paper outlines China’s active engagement in global climate governance, its leadership in promoting green development under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), and its efforts to foster international collaboration on green and low-carbon development. China has demonstrated its ambition through substantial Nationally Determined Contributions, aligning with the Paris Agreement’s objectives. The country has expanded green infrastructure, energy, and transport cooperation with BRI partner nations, establishing energy partnerships with 34 countries and collaborating on green energy projects with over 100 countries and regions. Adhering to the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, China has provided financial, technological, and capacity-building support to developing nations. By October 2025, China had signed 55 memoranda of understanding on South-South climate cooperation with 43 developing countries and conducted over 300 capacity-building sessions. Looking ahead, China is committed to working with the international community to promote ecological conservation, green development, and the protection of the planet, aiming for a cleaner and more sustainable world.