'Cooperation the only way': US and China surprise COP26 with joint climate action pledge

Superpowers attempt to reset testy relationship with declaration of intent covering action on methane and CO2 emissions

US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry arrives on stage to deliver a speech during COP26.
US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry arrives on stage to deliver a speech during COP26.Foto: BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images/NTB scanpix
Published 11 November 2021, 10:06Updated 11 November 2021, 10:06
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