Kaouter Krikou Represents Algeria at COP31 in Antalya
Environment Minister Kaouter Krikou arrived in Antalya, Turkey, on Wednesday to attend the COP31 climate summit (running through November 20), focusing on climate finance and the "35 by 35" initiative.
As delegates from 196 nations gather in Turkey for a pivotal UN climate summit, Kaouter Krikou represents Algeria in high-stakes negotiations aimed at balancing global decarbonization with fair financial support for developing economies.
Minister of Environment and Quality of Life Kaouter Krikou arrived in Antalya on Wednesday to take part in the 31st session of the Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP31). Hosted and chaired by Turkey for the first time, the conference runs through November 20 and brings together seven major international organizations to address global climate challenges and promote a just energy transition.
The gathering convenes 37 heads of state and 35 heads of government, joined by senior officials from the European Commission, the United Nations, the UN General Assembly, the World Bank, the OECD, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the International Energy Agency (IEA). From November 16 to 20, the ministerial segment will kick off the second week of talks, during which environment ministers will work to resolve sticking points and pave the way for final agreements.
A key sectoral priority on the COP31 agenda is comprehensive electrification, embodied by the "35 by 35" initiative, which aims to drive a large-scale shift toward electric transport and infrastructure by 2035. Discussions will also focus on establishing technical frameworks to ensure that a phased transition away from fossil fuels does not hinder economic growth in the nations most vulnerable to climate risks.
Wissem Chergui
