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flag Global shipping nations, except the U.S., agreed to impose a carbon tax on ships starting 2028.

flag Major shipping nations, excluding the U.S., have agreed to impose a $100 per ton tax on carbon dioxide emitted by ships starting in 2028 if they fail to meet compliance targets and contribute to the IMO's net-zero fund. flag This marks the world's first global carbon tax on emissions. flag The IMO also set a marine fuel standard to phase in cleaner fuels. flag While praised as historic, some environmentalists argue it doesn't capture all emissions or generate enough revenue to assist developing countries in transitioning to greener shipping.

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