Top leaders from major carbon-emitting nations skip UN climate conference in Azerbaijan, raising concerns.

The United Nations climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, is taking place with notable absences of top leaders from major carbon-emitting nations, including the US, China, India, and Indonesia. This has raised concerns about political will to address climate change. The conference focuses on climate finance, with discussions on how rich nations can help poorer countries transition from fossil fuels and cope with climate impacts, with financial negotiations ranging from $100 billion to $1.3 trillion annually.

November 12, 2024
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