China’s commitment comes at a time when global climate efforts are intensifying, particularly following the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C, ideally 1.5°C, above pre-industrial levels. The International Energy Agency has emphasised that achieving these global temperature goals is not plausible without China’s active participation. This pledge aligns with these objectives, although some analysts view it as modest, suggesting that a higher reduction percentage would be necessary to meet global climate targets effectively.
