UN’s climate crisis vote shows political momentum is growing, say experts
The UN General Assembly recently voted in favor of a significant climate crisis resolution, supported by 141 countries. This resolution, led by Vanuatu, emphasizes the need for states to transition away from fossil fuels and achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Experts believe this development could enhance climate diplomacy and litigation efforts, despite some major oil-producing nations voting against it.
- ▪The resolution was backed by 141 states and co-sponsored by 90 countries.
- ▪It calls for a transition away from fossil fuels in a just and equitable manner.
- ▪Eight countries, including the US and Saudi Arabia, voted against the resolution.
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Bleached coral on the island of Nguna, Vanuatu. The Pacific island brought the resolution to the UN. Photograph: Joel Carrett/AAPView image in fullscreenBleached coral on the island of Nguna, Vanuatu. The Pacific island brought the resolution to the UN. Photograph: Joel Carrett/AAPClimate crisisAnalysisUN’s climate crisis vote shows political momentum is growing, say expertsIsabella KaminskiResolution backed by 141 states hailed as ‘new chapter’ that could improve climate diplomacy and litigation effortsFri 22 May 2026 06.27 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 06.28 EDTShareWhen the UN general assembly voted overwhelmingly in favour of a landmark climate crisis ruling on Wednesday, the Pacific island of Vanuatu’s prime minister hailed the result as the start of “a new chapter” in climate…
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