Luxembourg to Demonstrate Climate Commitments at COP31 in Türkiye

On Tuesday 10 November 2026, Luxembourg’s Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity reported that Serge Wilmes, Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity will represent Luxembourg at the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31) in Türkiye.

According to the ministry, Minister Wilmes will travel to Antalya, Türkiye, from Sunday 15 to Saturday 21 November to attend the 31st edition of the COP31, which is taking place from Sunday 9 to Friday 20 November.

The minister will be accompanied by a delegation comprising negotiators and experts from the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity, representatives of other relevant government departments, as well as Luxembourg’s two Climate Youth Delegates.

The ministry said that COP31 comes at a decisive stage in the implementation of the Paris Agreement. Discussions will focus in particular on strengthening efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to the impacts of climate change, international climate finance, and ensuring a just and inclusive transition.

As the country holding the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Ireland will coordinate the European Union’s positions during the negotiations. In this context, Luxembourg, alongside Denmark, will assume a leading role as the European Union’s focal point for matters relating to climate change mitigation, one of the main pillars of international climate negotiations.

Luxembourg at the Benelux–EIB Pavilion

At COP31, Luxembourg will participate in the joint pavilion organised by the Benelux and the European Investment Bank (EIB), alongside Belgium, the Netherlands and the EIB.

The pavilion will serve as a dedicated space for exchanges, dialogue and international cooperation. Throughout the conference, it will host a programme of events showcasing initiatives and solutions developed by the Benelux partners and the EIB in the fields of climate action, the energy transition, innovation and sustainable finance.

The ministry said that Luxembourg’s participation in this joint pavilion demonstrates its commitment to strengthening European cooperation in order to accelerate the implementation of the Paris Agreement and collectively address the challenges of climate change.