Turkey set to host COP31 after reaching compromise with Australia

Turkey is set to host COP31 after reaching a compromise with Australia, who dropped its bid to host the event. This decision was made after negotiations at COP30 in Brazil. Under UN rules, a group of countries, including Western Europe and Australia, can host the COP event. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the compromise "an outstanding result," ensuring Pacific issues will be prioritized at the climate talks.