Trade tensions expected at COP31 as China prioritizes issue

Negotiators anticipate friction over trade measures at the upcoming climate conference, with China signaling the topic will be central to discussions despite Brazil's attempt to limit the scope to informal dialogue.

First covered Oct 27, 2026 · 11:00 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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14d Climate Home News Tensions set to flare over trade at COP31 as China makes it a priority — After difficult negotiations in Belém last year, trade is likely to remain a sticking point at COP31 despite Brazil's efforts to contain talks on the issue to…

Trade tensions expected at COP31 as China prioritizes issue

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