Brazil’s Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues

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🗞️ Driving the news: At the ongoing COP30 climate talks in Belem, Brazil, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called for urgent action on phasing out fossil fuels, but critical issues remain unresolved
• Despite Lula's push for a road map to transition away from oil, gas, and coal, disagreements persist on how to implement concrete measures
• Global leaders and activists continue to demand stronger commitments and a clear plan to limit global warming to 1.5°C

🔭 The context: The deadline set by COP30 President André Corrêa do Lago for decisions on four key climate issues passed without substantial progress
• Lula emphasized the need for action on fossil fuel reduction and climate finance, but some rich countries, particularly in the EU, remain reluctant to engage fully on funding obligations
• Activists are pushing for a clear plan to phase out fossil fuels, a central issue that has yet to be addressed comprehensively at COP30

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: The urgency of moving away from fossil fuels is crucial to mitigating climate change and ensuring a sustainable future
• Brazil's calls for a transition, alongside continued debates over financial contributions and clear road maps, highlight the ongoing struggle to balance economic growth with climate action
• The planet's future hinges on the world’s ability to act swiftly and decisively in curbing emissions and supporting renewable energy investments

⏭️ What’s next: Negotiations are expected to continue as nations strive to finalize agreements on fossil fuel phase-out, climate finance, and energy transitions
• With the clock ticking, COP30's outcome will play a pivotal role in shaping global climate policy

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