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#plastic-pollution

Oil giants blocked a treaty to curb plastic pollution, but countries will try again

International negotiations to create a legally binding treaty against plastic pollution have stalled, with over 100 nations supporting limits on plastic production amidst strong opposition.

Advocates Say Plastics Treaty Draft Falls Far Short as Talks Near Deadline

Negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty are lacking essential commitments, risking ineffectiveness against plastic pollution.

Oil giants blocked a treaty to curb plastic pollution, but countries will try again

International negotiations to create a legally binding treaty against plastic pollution have stalled, with over 100 nations supporting limits on plastic production amidst strong opposition.

Advocates Say Plastics Treaty Draft Falls Far Short as Talks Near Deadline

Negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty are lacking essential commitments, risking ineffectiveness against plastic pollution.
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#climate-finance

I'm glad we got a deal at Cop29 but western nations stood in the way of a much better one | Mukhtar Babayev

Major climate funding deal reached at Cop29, increasing the promise to $300bn from industrialized nations, aiming for $1.3tn total financing.

Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverage

Negotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.

Crisis at Cop29 as oil-rich nations attempt u-turn on fossil fuels commitments

The draft text at the summit in Baku risks undermining climate agreements by omitting fossil fuel transition discussions, significantly impacting climate ambitions.

COP29: EU climate chief calls draft text "unacceptable" DW 11/21/2024

COP29 reveals deep divisions between developing and industrialized nations over climate finance goals, hindering agreement on crucial funding targets.

Anger at 'insulting' 300bn Cop29 deal as rich nations underpay on climate debt

The agreement reached in Baku represents a critical yet insufficient step towards climate finance equity between developed and developing nations.

It's a joke': $250bn climate finance offer met with scorn at COP29

Wealthy nations' $250 billion climate financing offer is vastly insufficient compared to the $1.3 trillion needed by vulnerable countries to address climate change.

I'm glad we got a deal at Cop29 but western nations stood in the way of a much better one | Mukhtar Babayev

Major climate funding deal reached at Cop29, increasing the promise to $300bn from industrialized nations, aiming for $1.3tn total financing.

Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverage

Negotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.

Crisis at Cop29 as oil-rich nations attempt u-turn on fossil fuels commitments

The draft text at the summit in Baku risks undermining climate agreements by omitting fossil fuel transition discussions, significantly impacting climate ambitions.

COP29: EU climate chief calls draft text "unacceptable" DW 11/21/2024

COP29 reveals deep divisions between developing and industrialized nations over climate finance goals, hindering agreement on crucial funding targets.

Anger at 'insulting' 300bn Cop29 deal as rich nations underpay on climate debt

The agreement reached in Baku represents a critical yet insufficient step towards climate finance equity between developed and developing nations.

It's a joke': $250bn climate finance offer met with scorn at COP29

Wealthy nations' $250 billion climate financing offer is vastly insufficient compared to the $1.3 trillion needed by vulnerable countries to address climate change.
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#climate-change

Countries agreed to try to hold global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Is that still possible?

Climate change negotiations must focus on funding emissions cuts and adaptation to mitigate warming effects while recognizing the risks of surpassing critical temperature thresholds.

Across the World, Diplomats Gird for a Trump Assault on Climate Action

The potential return of Trump could significantly hinder global climate change efforts, prompting nations to strengthen their commitments to the Paris Agreement.

$300 billion pledge at COP29 climate summit a "paltry sum"

Wealthy nations agreed to provide at least $300 billion annually, but many developing countries viewed it as insufficient and protested the agreement.

COP29: Countries grapple with raising trillions to fight climate change

Rich nations negotiate financial support for poorer nations to combat climate change, as COP29 discussions focus on significant funding needs and carbon trading resolutions.

At COP29, the Sun Sets on U.S. Climate Leadership

Global climate talks in Azerbaijan occur amid rising temperatures, hinting at a grim outlook for effective environmental action.
The U.S. election of a climate denier may significantly hinder climate negotiations and progress.

Cop29: Eamon Ryan to lead key negotiations at climate summit in Baku

Countries must increase contributions to climate adaptation funding, especially wealthier nations supporting poorer countries.
Negotiating who should contribute to adaptation funds poses a significant challenge, especially for developing nations.
A diverse funding approach, including public, private, and philanthropic sources, is critical for effective climate adaptation support.

Countries agreed to try to hold global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Is that still possible?

Climate change negotiations must focus on funding emissions cuts and adaptation to mitigate warming effects while recognizing the risks of surpassing critical temperature thresholds.

Across the World, Diplomats Gird for a Trump Assault on Climate Action

The potential return of Trump could significantly hinder global climate change efforts, prompting nations to strengthen their commitments to the Paris Agreement.

$300 billion pledge at COP29 climate summit a "paltry sum"

Wealthy nations agreed to provide at least $300 billion annually, but many developing countries viewed it as insufficient and protested the agreement.

COP29: Countries grapple with raising trillions to fight climate change

Rich nations negotiate financial support for poorer nations to combat climate change, as COP29 discussions focus on significant funding needs and carbon trading resolutions.

At COP29, the Sun Sets on U.S. Climate Leadership

Global climate talks in Azerbaijan occur amid rising temperatures, hinting at a grim outlook for effective environmental action.
The U.S. election of a climate denier may significantly hinder climate negotiations and progress.

Cop29: Eamon Ryan to lead key negotiations at climate summit in Baku

Countries must increase contributions to climate adaptation funding, especially wealthier nations supporting poorer countries.
Negotiating who should contribute to adaptation funds poses a significant challenge, especially for developing nations.
A diverse funding approach, including public, private, and philanthropic sources, is critical for effective climate adaptation support.
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Climate Realism (Still) Means Climate Justice

The climate crisis demands a global approach and significant political changes, particularly after disappointing U.S. election outcomes.
Achieving a breakthrough in climate finance is critical for future international climate negotiations.
#biodiversity

COP16 biodiversity summit reveals disappointing numbers for conservation funding

Countries are struggling to agree on funding mechanisms for biodiversity conservation, with millions pledged but billions required.

UN talks aim to turn DNA data into assets

Negotiations aim to improve the Nagoya Protocol to ensure fair access to genetic resources and benefit sharing.

COP16 biodiversity summit reveals disappointing numbers for conservation funding

Countries are struggling to agree on funding mechanisms for biodiversity conservation, with millions pledged but billions required.

UN talks aim to turn DNA data into assets

Negotiations aim to improve the Nagoya Protocol to ensure fair access to genetic resources and benefit sharing.
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Gaza Cease-Fire Talks Resume, Overshadowed by U.S. Election

Expectations for a truce between Israel and Hamas before the US presidential election remain low despite ongoing negotiations.

China: 'Major differences' remain over EU car tariffs DW 10/12/2024

The EU and China remain at an impasse over tariffs on Chinese electric cars, despite some progress in negotiations.
#diplomacy

Russia releases US journalist and other Americans and dissidents in massive 24-person prisoner swap

The United States and Russia completed a major prisoner swap, releasing multiple individuals in a multinational deal that involved years of negotiations amidst strained relations.

Why has Gibraltar still not reached a Brexit deal with Spain?

Ongoing discussions between Spain and the UK on Gibraltar's status reveal persistent uncertainty and lack of formal treaty post-Brexit.

Russia releases US journalist and other Americans and dissidents in massive 24-person prisoner swap

The United States and Russia completed a major prisoner swap, releasing multiple individuals in a multinational deal that involved years of negotiations amidst strained relations.

Why has Gibraltar still not reached a Brexit deal with Spain?

Ongoing discussions between Spain and the UK on Gibraltar's status reveal persistent uncertainty and lack of formal treaty post-Brexit.
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After years in a Syrian ISIS camp, a 10-person American family is back in the U.S.

A family of American citizens held in a Syrian refugee camp due to ISIS connections returned to the US in a complex repatriation operation.

UN names veteran EU official Astrid Schomaker as new biodiversity chief

Astrid Schomaker will be the next UN biodiversity chief with a focus on confronting the catastrophic loss of nature.
Schomaker will be tasked with ensuring governments fulfill commitments to protect the Earth, particularly following recent biodiversity summit agreements.

Israel's war on Gaza: List of key events, day 142

Israeli bombings continue in Gaza
Malnutrition cases among children are rising in Gaza
International efforts to negotiate captive release and truce deal

At climate summit, nations want more from the U.S.: 'There's just a trust deficit'

The U.S. has a mixed record in international climate negotiations, with a trust deficit among other nations and climate advocates.
The U.S. remains a major polluter, emitting more greenhouse gases than any country but China.
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