China’s Climate Vision for the Arctic

In this episode, H.E. Liu Zhenmin, Special Envoy for Climate Change of the People’s Republic of China, outlines China’s priorities in Arctic climate governance. He highlights the importance of scientific research, clean energy and transport development, and the strengthening of economic and scientific cooperation. The address is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland. This speech and discussion originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org