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Australia Loses UN Climate Conference to Türkiye, Critics Warn Costs

11/23/2025

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government will not host the 2026 United Nations (UN) climate conference because Türkiye wins the rights.
The outcome is seen as a compromise that lets Australia lead UN negotiations.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen will oversee discussions.
A pre-COP event will be held in the Pacific.
Critics warn hosting could cost about $2 billion and affect domestic issues such as power prices.

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Story summary

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government will not host the 2026 United Nations (UN) climate conference because Türkiye wins the rights.
The outcome is seen as a compromise that lets Australia lead UN negotiations.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen will oversee discussions.
A pre-COP event will be held in the Pacific.
Critics warn hosting could cost about $2 billion and affect domestic issues such as power prices.