Faster fossil fuel transition, more climate finance urged by 20 countries

( November 9, 2026, 15:36 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Faster emissions cuts, a transition away from fossil fuels and increased climate finance are needed to address the growing likelihood of global warming exceeding 1.5C, a group of 20 countries advocating more ambitious climate action said Monday as the COP31 UN climate conference opened in Turkey. The High Ambition Coalition, which includes Germany, Spain and the UK, also called for stronger adaptation measures and funding for climate-related loss and damage, and warned of irreversible harm.Press release follows. Letter is listed below....

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