China has sought to justify president Xi Jinping giving a written statement to the COP26 summit on Monday rather than speaking in person, arguing that he had not been given a chance to deliver a video address

Join the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Alliance & global partner @UNHumanRights in calling for the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow @COP26 to treat #ClimateChange# as the #HumansRight# crisis it is. Learn more & get involved: #RHRN# #COP26#

Signing the Paris Agreement to fight climate change was one of my proudest moments in office. But it was always a foundation to build on. As world leaders gather for COP26, I shared some reflections on the road to Paris and the young activists who are pushing us further.

As @UN Special Envoy for Climate Ambition & Solutions, I'll prioritize the global energy transition, local climate solutions, combating air pollution, mobilizing climate finance, & protecting the ocean at @COP27P. More from @AnthaWilliams on why in our "Countdown to COP" series.