Ursula von der Leyen’s absence from Cop29 is a significant indication of Europe’s priorities, especially as leaders like Macron and Biden also miss this crucial climate summit.
Mohammed Chahim emphasized the urgency of addressing the climate crisis, asserting that the EU cannot afford to wait for ideal conditions to act, especially post-Trump’s re-election.
Michael Bloss criticized von der Leyen's decision not to attend, stating that it allows authoritarian leaders like Azerbaijan’s Aliyev to dominate the discourse and dilute genuine climate action.
With President von der Leyen focused on her transition phase, questions arise about Europe’s commitment to urgently address the climate crisis during a pivotal moment.
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