The Conference of the Parties is the supreme decision-making body of the UNFCCC, which was adopted in 1992. COP31 will be hosted by Türkiye in Antalya on 9-20 November 2026.

All States that are Parties to the Convention are represented at COP. At their annual sessions, the Parties review the implementation of the Convention and any related legal instruments, assess global progress and take the decisions necessary to promote an effective and coordinated response to climate change.

COP is the world's foremost multilateral platform for global climate governance; it is where climate targets are negotiated, commitments are strengthened and collective action is advanced.

The role of COP in global climate governance

One of COP's core functions is to review the national communications and greenhouse gas inventories submitted by the Parties.

On the basis of this information, COP assesses:

  • The effect of the measures taken by countries

  • Progress towards the ultimate objective of the Convention

  • The need to strengthen climate ambition and implementation

Through this structured review process, COP safeguards transparency, accountability and cooperation among nations.

Over the years, COP sessions have led to major milestones in global climate action — including the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement — and have shaped the direction of international climate policy.

Why Türkiye, why Antalya?

Türkiye's hosting reflects the country's geographic position — bringing together its climate-diplomacy links across Europe, Asia and the Middle East — together with its growing commitments to renewable energy and the circular economy.

From Negotiation to Implementation

COP is not only a negotiation forum. It is a global platform that brings together governments, finance, business, and civil society to turn climate commitments into action.

Beyond decision making, COP catalyzes finance, technology deployment, resilience, and coordinated implementation at scale.

  • Climate finance mobilization

  • Technology Transfer and Capacity Building

  • Adaptation and Resilience Strategies

  • Public–Private Partnerships

  • Innovation and Implementation

COP31 – Antalya, Türkiye (2026)

COP marks the 31st session of this global process and will be hosted by Türkiye in 2026.

Building on the foundations of previous COPs, COP31 aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus and accelerate implementation. As the host country, Türkiye will work with Parties and stakeholders worldwide to contribute constructively to the global climate agenda.