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flag Over 50 countries back a new levy on shipping emissions to fight climate change, proposed at the IMO.

flag More than 50 countries, including major shipping nations, support a new levy on shipping emissions to combat climate change. flag At an upcoming IMO meeting, a proposal to charge commercial vessels for each tonne of carbon emitted could encourage the use of lower-emitting fuels. flag The 6PAC+ Alliance, including small island nations, pushes for a fair and equitable system, aiming to use revenues to support vulnerable states and zero-emission fuels. flag The levy faces challenges over pricing and revenue distribution but marks a significant step toward decarbonizing the shipping industry.

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