# Climate talks will be tougher at COP31 amid heightened global tensions: Grace Fu

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/climate-talks-will-be-tougher-at-cop31-amid-heightened-global-tensions-grace-fu/
- Published: 2026-11-08T22:04:51+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-08T22:21:59+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/cop31-climate-talks-more-difficult-grace-fu-6530761
- Topics: Climate, Environment, Government, Politics, Science, World

## Key points

- Grace Fu expects tougher climate negotiations at COP31.
- Energy security and geopolitical tensions may complicate fossil fuel talks.
- Singapore plans a pavilion linking climate policy with real-world projects.

## Summary

Grace Fu said COP31 negotiations are likely to be tougher than in previous years as geopolitical tensions and domestic pressures compete with climate action. She argued that leaders must keep climate change in focus, citing recent extreme weather and the urgent need for global action.

The talks are scheduled for Nov 9 to 20 in Antalya, Türkiye. Fu said conflict in the Middle East and energy security concerns may lead some countries to extend coal use while others accelerate renewables, making negotiations on moving away from fossil fuels especially difficult. Singapore will host a pavilion to connect climate policy with practical projects, businesses, communities and finance.

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