China Leads Global Climate Push Despite US Opposition

At the 2025 UN Climate Summit in New York, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced China's new target to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by 7 to 10 percent by 2035, emphasizing the global need to stay focused on climate goals despite opposition from the United States. More than 120 countries and the European Union unveiled updated emissions reduction pledges, while UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged for faster and more substantial action to avoid surpassing the critical 1.5°C warming limit. In contrast, U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed climate change as "the greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world" and reaffirmed the US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, drawing criticism from global leaders and business figures who highlighted ongoing clean energy advancements. Business leaders at the TIME100 Climate Leadership Forum condemned Trump's stance and showcased innovations such as ammonia-powered ships and the rapid growth of renewable energy industries. Despite the US retreat, many nations and companies remain committed to accelerating the transition to green energy, motivated by economic incentives and the urgent need to mitigate climate disasters worldwide. This global climate effort reflects deep divisions but also a shared determination among most countries to combat environmental challenges.