Press+Reading+on+the+5th+EU-China+High+Level+Dialogue+on+Environment+and+Climate Press Briefing On June 16, 2023, the 5th EU-China High-Level Dialogue on Environment and Climate convened in Beijing, co-chaired by Chinese Minister of Ecology and Environment Huang Runqiu and European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans, and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius. The dialogue addressed urgent environmental and climate challenges, including: * Implementing the Paris Agreement * Reducing greenhouse gas emissions * Promoting renewable energy * Combating air and water pollution * Conserving biodiversity Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism and the importance of international cooperation in addressing these issues. They agreed to: * Enhance cooperation on climate finance * Foster innovation and green technology development * Strengthen policy dialogue and information sharing * Explore joint projects in areas of mutual interest Reading Material Joint Statement from the 5th EU-China High-Level Dialogue on Environment and Climate This document provides a comprehensive overview of the dialogue’s outcomes, including: * Key commitments and areas of cooperation * Joint initiatives and projects * Future priorities and areas for continued engagement EU-China Climate and Energy Cooperation This report from the European External Action Service (EEAS) highlights the history and achievements of EU-China cooperation on climate and energy. It emphasizes: * The establishment of the EU-China Clean Energy Centre * Joint research and innovation projects * Capacity building and policy dialogue Analysis: EU-China Environmental Cooperation in a Changing Global Landscape This article from the Mercator Institute for China Studies provides an in-depth analysis of the evolution of EU-China environmental cooperation. It explores: * The geopolitical implications of environmental issues * The challenges and opportunities for cooperation * The role of civil society and non-state actors Additional Resources * [EU-China Joint Statement on Climate Change](https://ec.europa.eu/clima/sites/clima/files/docs/international_relations/eu_china/20210616_joint_statement_eu_china_high_level_dialogue_climate_en.pdf) * [EU-China Bilateral Cooperation on Climate Change](https://ec.europa.eu/clima/eu-action/international-action-climate-change/eu-china-bilateral-cooperation_en) * [China-EU High-Level Dialogue on Environment](http://www.mee.gov.cn/ywdt/gjhjzd/gjhjgz/202207/P020220713332565456595.pdf)A high-level meeting was held between the EU and China in Brussels, Belgium, to discuss environmental and climate issues. The meeting was chaired by Maroš Šefčovič, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, and Ding Xuexiang, Deputy Prime Minister of China. Other participants included Virginijus Sinkevičius, EU Commissioner for Environment, Oceans, and Fisheries, and Wopke Hoekstra, EU Commissioner for Climate Action.A high-level meeting was held between the EU and China in Brussels, Belgium, to discuss environmental and climate issues. The meeting was chaired by Maroš Šefčovič, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, and Ding Xuexiang, Deputy Prime Minister of China. Other participants included Virginijus Sinkevičius, EU Commissioner for Environment, Oceans, and Fisheries, and Wopke Hoekstra, EU Commissioner for Climate Action. Both sides discussed their respective climate and environmental policies, as well as areas of cooperation. They reaffirmed the importance of the High-Level Environment and Climate Dialogue (HECD) as a platform for collaboration. On climate, the EU reiterated its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 and achieving climate neutrality by 2050. Both parties agreed to work together on the Global Stocktake and the New Quantified Collective Goal (NCQG) on climate finance. On environmental issues, both sides emphasized the need to implement the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. They also discussed illegal wildlife trafficking, plastic pollution, and forest loss. They agreed to enhance cooperation on these issues. The meeting concluded with the signing of an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on emissions trading between the EU and China. The agreement highlights their shared commitment to carbon pricing as a tool for achieving climate neutrality. Both parties expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of the meeting and agreed to continue cooperation on environmental and climate issues.EU-China Dialogue on Environment and Climate Brussels, 2 September 2023 – The fifth EU-China High-Level Dialogue on Environment and Climate was held today in Brussels. The dialogue was co-chaired by the European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, Virginijus Sinkevičius, and the Chinese Minister of Ecology and Environment, Huang Runqiu. The dialogue focused on a wide range of issues, including climate change mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity protection, circular economy, and pollution control. Both sides exchanged views on the latest developments in their respective policies and measures, and identified areas for enhanced cooperation. Commissioner Sinkevičius stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation between the EU and China in the fight against climate change. “The EU and China are two major emitters of greenhouse gases,” he said. “We have a responsibility to work together to reduce our emissions and transition to a clean energy future.” Minister Huang emphasized the importance of biodiversity protection. “Biodiversity is essential for the health of our planet and our economies,” he said. “We need to work together to protect and restore our ecosystems.” The two sides also discussed the upcoming COP27 climate conference in Egypt. They agreed to continue their close cooperation in the run-up to the conference and to work together to achieve a successful outcome. The EU-China High-Level Dialogue on Environment and Climate is a regular event that provides a platform for high-level exchanges on environmental and climate issues. The dialogue is part of the broader EU-China Strategic Partnership.