Office of the President of the Republic of Finland
Press release 69/2026
6 November 2026
President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb will attend the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Türkiye, on 11 and 12 November 2026.
President Stubb will deliver Finland’s national statement at the High-Level Segment for Heads of State and Government on Wednesday 11 November.
On Wednesday, the President will also take part in a High-Level Dialogue on clean energy transition and electrification. In addition, the programme will feature a reception by the Finnish Embassy in Ankara, as well as a gala dinner hosted by President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his spouse Emine Erdoğan.
On Thursday 12 November, President Stubb will visit the Finland Pavilion, where Finnish companies and other stakeholders will showcase their solutions for a low-emission industry, the renewal of energy systems and sustainable growth. The President will also participate in two side events focusing on climate economics and land use.
During COP31, President Stubb will hold several bilateral meetings.
The summit delegation, led by President Stubb, will include Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio and Minister of Economic Affairs Sakari Puisto. During the second conference week, the Finnish delegation will be led by Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala.
The annual UN Climate Change Conference brings countries together to accelerate efforts to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement.
