A big decision is looming over the next U. N. climate summit, COP31. Turkey and Australia are both eager to host, but neither wants to back down. This has created a standstill that needs to be resolved soon.

Turkey has a new idea: what if both countries co-host the event? They discussed this during a recent U. N. meeting, but they still can't agree on how it would work. Australia thinks it has strong support for its bid, especially from Pacific island nations. They want to highlight the climate risks these islands face.

Turkey, on the other hand, wants to focus on helping developing countries and showcasing its own climate goals. They're open to sharing the hosting duties but are also ready to go it alone if needed.

The decision will be made at the current COP30 meeting in Brazil. All countries in the "Western Europe and Others Group" must agree on the host. This includes both Turkey and Australia, so a compromise might be the only way forward.

This isn't just about who gets to host a big event. The host country sets the agenda and leads the talks. That's why both Turkey and Australia are pushing so hard. They want to shape the future of global climate action.

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