China’s Rise As A Global Power: A Comprehensive Analysis Of China’s Influence In Global Climate Governance

Abstract

While the global climate emergency is causing severe and irreversible consequences, governments around the world are hesitant to implement necessary policy measures to address this crisis, underscoring the urgent need for global action. This study delves into China’s rise as a formidable global power within the realm of climate governance, and its contextualization amidst a broader shift in international environmental politics from government-centric to governance-oriented. The thesis examines the various facets of China’s influence on the international scene, with a focus on how it shapes programs and policies meant to combat climate change. The research uses a combination of scholarly research, empirical data, and case studies to investigate China’s approaches to climate governance and their effects on global efforts to mitigate climate change. In an effort to comprehend the complexities of China’s diplomatic strategies and international policy choices, this paper follows the trajectory of China’s participation in UNFCCC to current climate negotiations.

This thesis also assesses the influence of China’s climate diplomacy on global collaboration and joint efforts to mitigate climate change. The study examines China’s alliances, involvement in multilateral projects, and influence over international climate governance frameworks. Understanding China’s rise to prominence in international climate governance and its transformation into a cutting-edge environmental state is made easier by this research. Notwithstanding the emergence of collaborative governance solutions, the study indicates that China’s involvement in climate governance is contingent upon its ability to get political-economic resources or technical competence. This suggests that the democratization of environmental governance in China is still an impending objective.