Developing world urges rich nations to defy Trump's climate nihilism'Developing countries urge wealthier nations to act against climate change amid fears that global temperature limits might be irretrievably lost.
COP29: Climate funding in the spotlight DW 11/11/2024The UN climate conference emphasizes financial support for developing countries affected by climate change, with significant debates on funding between wealthier and poorer nations.
From new goals to climate reparations, 5 things to watch at COP29COP29 is crucial for climate discussions, focusing on establishing a new goal for international climate aid to support developing nations.
COP29: World agrees to $300bn deal for developing countries DW 11/23/2024Developed countries agreed to $300 billion a year for climate change support to poorer nations by 2035, but dissatisfaction remains over the funding amount.
Cop29: $250bn climate finance offer from rich world an insult, critics sayDeveloping countries find the $250bn climate finance offer from rich nations grossly insufficient, demanding at least $1.3tn a year instead.
Cop29 climate finance deal hits fresh setback as deadline loomsUN climate talks face deadlock as draft deal criticized for lacking commitments and detail, jeopardizing support for developing countries.Ambiguity in climate finance negotiations risks exacerbating challenges for vulnerable nations.
Developing world urges rich nations to defy Trump's climate nihilism'Developing countries urge wealthier nations to act against climate change amid fears that global temperature limits might be irretrievably lost.
COP29: Climate funding in the spotlight DW 11/11/2024The UN climate conference emphasizes financial support for developing countries affected by climate change, with significant debates on funding between wealthier and poorer nations.
From new goals to climate reparations, 5 things to watch at COP29COP29 is crucial for climate discussions, focusing on establishing a new goal for international climate aid to support developing nations.
COP29: World agrees to $300bn deal for developing countries DW 11/23/2024Developed countries agreed to $300 billion a year for climate change support to poorer nations by 2035, but dissatisfaction remains over the funding amount.
Cop29: $250bn climate finance offer from rich world an insult, critics sayDeveloping countries find the $250bn climate finance offer from rich nations grossly insufficient, demanding at least $1.3tn a year instead.
Cop29 climate finance deal hits fresh setback as deadline loomsUN climate talks face deadlock as draft deal criticized for lacking commitments and detail, jeopardizing support for developing countries.Ambiguity in climate finance negotiations risks exacerbating challenges for vulnerable nations.
Opinion | How Optimal Breastfeeding Can Save Babies' LivesBreastfeeding could save over 800,000 children's lives annually by preventing health issues and diseases while boosting cognitive development.
Empowering Economies: The Role of Cross-Border Payments | HackerNoonFintech innovations are changing lives but millions still lack basic banking access globally.Technology should catalyze change in addressing financial exclusion, especially for LMICs.India's fintech success illustrates the potential of combining tech with supportive regulations.
China's cheap goods are threatening to undermine its influence in the developing worldChina's surge in cheap exports is provoking backlash from developing nations, threatening its influential role in the Global South.
China was willing to offer more in climate finance, says Cop29 presidentWestern leadership failure hindered climate funding from China and $300 billion pledge seen as inadequate for developing countries.
China's cheap goods are threatening to undermine its influence in the developing worldChina's surge in cheap exports is provoking backlash from developing nations, threatening its influential role in the Global South.
China was willing to offer more in climate finance, says Cop29 presidentWestern leadership failure hindered climate funding from China and $300 billion pledge seen as inadequate for developing countries.
Are All These U.N. Climate Talks Doing Any Good?The UN climate summit ended with disappointing financial commitments, falling far short of the $1.3 trillion needed for developing nations to combat climate change.
Activists Say COP29 Finance Deal "a Drop in the Ocean" Compared to What's NeededWealthy countries' $300 billion climate financing is insufficient and criticized by developing nations and activists as a minimal step towards tackling climate impacts.
Are All These U.N. Climate Talks Doing Any Good?The UN climate summit ended with disappointing financial commitments, falling far short of the $1.3 trillion needed for developing nations to combat climate change.
Activists Say COP29 Finance Deal "a Drop in the Ocean" Compared to What's NeededWealthy countries' $300 billion climate financing is insufficient and criticized by developing nations and activists as a minimal step towards tackling climate impacts.
Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverageNegotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.
Countries must set aside differences and agree climate finance deal, says German ministerUrgent climate finance deals are critical now to avoid tougher negotiations under potential future US leadership.Global solidarity is crumbling amidst geopolitical tensions and climate crisis demands.
Cop29 jargon buster: key terms for this year's climate conference in AzerbaijanThe future of climate finance is a pivotal topic at Cop29, essential for aiding developing countries in mitigating climate impacts.
COP29 closes with last minute deal on climate funding DW 11/23/2024The COP29 summit concluded with an agreement for at least $300 billion in annual climate financing by 2035 from developed to developing countries.
Cop29 talks run overtime as agreement far from achieved on money for climate actionDeveloping countries are dissatisfied with climate finance proposals, insisting rich nations fulfill historical obligations and provide grants instead of loans.
Optical illusion': Key takeaways from COP29 at BakuThe climate finance deal at COP29 is considered inadequate, with pledges lacking real funding and clear commitments for developing nations.
Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverageNegotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.
Countries must set aside differences and agree climate finance deal, says German ministerUrgent climate finance deals are critical now to avoid tougher negotiations under potential future US leadership.Global solidarity is crumbling amidst geopolitical tensions and climate crisis demands.
Cop29 jargon buster: key terms for this year's climate conference in AzerbaijanThe future of climate finance is a pivotal topic at Cop29, essential for aiding developing countries in mitigating climate impacts.
COP29 closes with last minute deal on climate funding DW 11/23/2024The COP29 summit concluded with an agreement for at least $300 billion in annual climate financing by 2035 from developed to developing countries.
Cop29 talks run overtime as agreement far from achieved on money for climate actionDeveloping countries are dissatisfied with climate finance proposals, insisting rich nations fulfill historical obligations and provide grants instead of loans.
Optical illusion': Key takeaways from COP29 at BakuThe climate finance deal at COP29 is considered inadequate, with pledges lacking real funding and clear commitments for developing nations.
COP29: Suggested funding goal falls short DW 11/22/2024Developing nations are dissatisfied with proposed climate funding, calling for at least $1 trillion rather than the suggested $250 billion by 2035.
Cop29 could change the financial climate for the world's wealthy pollutersThe UN's Cop29 aims to redefine climate finance goals, urging wealthier nations to contribute significantly due to insufficient current funding.
Cop29 agrees $1.3tn climate finance deal but campaigners brand it a betrayal'Developing countries secured $1.3 trillion for climate aid, but only $300 billion will come as grants and low-interest loans from wealthy nations.
Anger at 'insulting' 300bn Cop29 deal as rich nations underpay on climate debtThe agreement reached in Baku represents a critical yet insufficient step towards climate finance equity between developed and developing nations.
Poorer nations need $1tn a year by 2030 in climate finance, top economists findPoor countries require $1 trillion annually in climate finance by 2030 to effectively address climate change challenges.
World Could Raise $2.1 Trillion Annually by Adopting Spain's Wealth TaxA global wealth tax could significantly boost climate finance for developing countries, modeled after Spain's successful wealth tax.
COP29: Suggested funding goal falls short DW 11/22/2024Developing nations are dissatisfied with proposed climate funding, calling for at least $1 trillion rather than the suggested $250 billion by 2035.
Cop29 could change the financial climate for the world's wealthy pollutersThe UN's Cop29 aims to redefine climate finance goals, urging wealthier nations to contribute significantly due to insufficient current funding.
Cop29 agrees $1.3tn climate finance deal but campaigners brand it a betrayal'Developing countries secured $1.3 trillion for climate aid, but only $300 billion will come as grants and low-interest loans from wealthy nations.
Anger at 'insulting' 300bn Cop29 deal as rich nations underpay on climate debtThe agreement reached in Baku represents a critical yet insufficient step towards climate finance equity between developed and developing nations.
Poorer nations need $1tn a year by 2030 in climate finance, top economists findPoor countries require $1 trillion annually in climate finance by 2030 to effectively address climate change challenges.
World Could Raise $2.1 Trillion Annually by Adopting Spain's Wealth TaxA global wealth tax could significantly boost climate finance for developing countries, modeled after Spain's successful wealth tax.
COP29 Climate Talks Get a Deal on Money, but Only After a FightRich nations agreed to triple climate funding for developing countries, but experts cite even higher needs to combat climate change effectively.
COP29 Climate Talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, Head Into Final StretchCountries are divided on key financing issues as UN climate talks approach a critical deadline. Concerns mount over the potential failure of the negotiations.
COP29 Climate Talks Get a Deal on Money, but Only After a FightRich nations agreed to triple climate funding for developing countries, but experts cite even higher needs to combat climate change effectively.
COP29 Climate Talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, Head Into Final StretchCountries are divided on key financing issues as UN climate talks approach a critical deadline. Concerns mount over the potential failure of the negotiations.
Will AI be a game changer in developing countries?AI can drive incremental innovation to address significant problems.Developing countries struggle with accountability and corruption in public sectors.
Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
Childhood deaths reach historic' low but progress is unequal, UN report findsRecord low under-five mortality in 2022 - 4.9 million deaths, Progress in reducing child mortality since 2000 and 1990, Precarious progress in ending preventable child deaths
Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
Childhood deaths reach historic' low but progress is unequal, UN report findsRecord low under-five mortality in 2022 - 4.9 million deaths, Progress in reducing child mortality since 2000 and 1990, Precarious progress in ending preventable child deaths
How effective is training people in developing countries to freelance online?Online training can facilitate access to gig platforms but may not guarantee long-term economic benefits.The rise of remote work presents opportunities for developing country workers to engage in freelancing opportunities.
What Remote Work Can Do for Global Development | by Charles FergusonDeveloping countries must create their own entrepreneurial ecosystems instead of relying solely on outsourced work opportunities.
How effective is training people in developing countries to freelance online?Online training can facilitate access to gig platforms but may not guarantee long-term economic benefits.The rise of remote work presents opportunities for developing country workers to engage in freelancing opportunities.
What Remote Work Can Do for Global Development | by Charles FergusonDeveloping countries must create their own entrepreneurial ecosystems instead of relying solely on outsourced work opportunities.
AI needs global governance', cannot be left to market, UN panel saysGlobal governance of AI is crucial and cannot be left solely to market forces.The establishment of funds and frameworks is necessary to support developing countries in AI.
Mind the Gap: Bridging the AI divide will ensure an equitable future for allAI revolution could widen global economic disparities without international cooperation.
It's happening on the scale of a pandemic': the drug-resistant infections killing African babiesAntibiotic resistance is a growing global health crisis causing a significant number of deaths, especially in developing countries like Ethiopia.
Developing countries face worst debt crisis in history, study showsDeveloping countries are facing a severe debt crisis, with a significant portion of their budgets allocated to debt servicing.
Global South pays more to service its debt than it receives in development aidRising interest rates are significantly impacting emerging and developing countries, leading to a decrease in financial flows and hindering growth.
Hackers are carrying out ransomware experiments in developing countriesHackers target developing countries for ransomware testing before attacking richer nations.
How Bitcoin could impact financial inclusivity among minority groupsBitcoin offers financial inclusivity beyond just currency and investment, especially benefiting marginalized groups and developing countries.
Glasses Improve Income, Not Just EyesightPresbyopia affects billions worldwide, hindering learning and productivity.Providing free reading glasses can significantly increase income for individuals in developing countries.
The UN adopts a resolution backing efforts to ensure artificial intelligence is safeThe United Nations' first AI resolution ensures global cooperation for safe and beneficial AI technology.The resolution emphasizes closing the digital divide and ensuring developing countries can leverage AI benefits.
Wealthy Nations Finally Meet $100B Climate Aid Promise, But Much More Is NeededWealthy nations surpassed the $100 billion climate aid goal for developing countries in 2022, two years late, helping to address historical climate change contributions and effects on poorer nations.
Port Colborne is Ontario's only fair trade town, among only a handful in Canada. Here's why it still matters | CBC NewsFair trade movement supports fair pay for workers in developing countries and gives consumers choices.