Outgoing UN chief Guterres issues forceful climate warning before Turkey talks
He described the current moment as a decisive point in the effort to curb global warming.
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What happened
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a forceful message on climate change on the eve of talks in Turkey. He described the current moment as a decisive point in the effort to curb global warming. The message is his last such appeal as UN head, since his second and final term expires at the end of the year.
Why it matters
His departure means this is his final global warming message as head of the United Nations.
Coverage
- Departing U.N. chief calls this 'a moment of truth' in climate fight (Los Angeles Times)
- UN chief calls this 'moment of truth' in fight to curb climate change (AP)
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- Leaders open COP31 climate summit in Antalya, Turkey
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