At the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belem, Brazil, China has announced its commitment to sharing its afforestation successes to aid other developing nations in combating climate change and stimulating economic growth. Li Gao, head of the Chinese delegation and vice-minister of ecology and environment, emphasized China’s readiness to leverage its forest management expertise to unlock the value of forest ecosystems globally. Speaking at the COP30 China pavilion, Li highlighted China’s strategic initiatives, including the Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program and comprehensive ecosystem restoration projects, which integrate mountains, waters, forests, farmlands, lakes, grasslands, and deserts. These efforts have not only enhanced water conservation and carbon sink capacity but also fostered economic benefits through non-timber forest industries. Li also underscored China’s use of market tools, such as the China Certified Emission Reduction program, to incentivize conservation by enabling companies to trade carbon credits. By the end of 2024, China’s forest stock volume exceeded 20 billion cubic meters, marking a significant increase since 2005. The country has also seen a net growth in mangrove forests, contributing to biodiversity conservation and ecosystem resilience. Li reiterated China’s willingness to deepen South-South cooperation in forestry carbon sink technology and capacity building, emphasizing the importance of global collaboration in addressing climate challenges. The COP30 conference, which began on November 10, is set to conclude on November 22.