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- Publication date
- 29 October 2026
- Author
- Directorate-General for Climate Action
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Description
We're pleased to share four resources to help you better understand the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) and the issues shaping this year's climate conference.
Together, they provide an introduction to COP31, an explainer examining the key topics and debates expected to shape negotiations, practical guidance from #WhatTheCOP to help navigate pavilions and sessions, and an overview of the EU’s priorities, commitments and activities at the conference.

Documents

An introduction to COP31, explaining the conference's purpose, key themes and role in advancing international climate action and cooperation.

An article exploring the key issues expected to shape COP31.

An unofficial COP31 planning hub bringing together pavilion programmes, sessions and practical information to help attendees navigate the conference.

An EU Commission article outlining the EU’s COP31 priorities and climate commitments.