Dramatic developments today at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) as talks teeter on the brink of collapse!
The representatives of African countries, as well as small island states, announced that they are withdrawing from the conference, as they protest strongly about the economic part.
There is a constant demand for powerful states to commit to putting in more funds, as most countries cannot meet the demands made at the conference. The same states were also asked to help developing countries to deal with climate change.
The draft agreement gave a headline target of $250 billion a year by 2035, led by developed countries and covering public and private sources.
BREAKING: the small island states & least developed countries have walked out of #CoP29.
No deal is better than a bad deal, one that in some respects arguably goes back even relative to #CoP28… Huge…
Will this CoP be a bigger failure even than Copenhagen? It’s now possible. pic.twitter.com/sFlxLu2HU0— Rupert Read 🌍 🔥 (@GreenRupertRead) November 23, 2024
The tension, according to foreign media, was created by the US envoy, John Podesta, who caused tension with his support for the Accord and caused scenes of chaos, with activists chanting slogans and cursing the envoys.
At the same time, the island states and the less developed, left outraged by the attitude of the Western states, speaking of a taunt and an “insulting offer to the negotiations” for which they declared that they feel “excluded and ignored”, attacking the USA.
The two blocs also disagree on the agreement with fossil fuels, as a result of which the draft text was not approved. The withdrawal of the COP29 agreement in Bonn could therefore have negative consequences for progress towards next year’s COP30 in Brazil.
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**Given the significant divide between developed and developing nations, what potential compromise solutions could bridge the gap on issues of financial commitments and fossil fuel reduction targets?**
## World Today News Exclusive Interview: COP29 on the Brink
**Welcome to World Today News. We are joined today by two distinguished guests to discuss the dramatic developments unfolding at COP29, the UN Climate Change Conference. We have Dr. Anya Sharma, Professor of Climate Policy at Oxford University, and Mr. Kofi Agyemang, a climate activist and representative from the African Climate Justice Coalition.**
**Section 1: The Walkout**
**Interviewer:** Let’s start with the elephant in the room. African nations and small island states have walked out of the conference in protest. Dr. Sharma, can you shed light on the reasons behind this unprecedented move?
**Dr. Sharma:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Agyemang, can you share your perspective on the ground? What are the specific concerns being raised by these nations that led to this decisive action?
**Mr. Agyemang:**
**Section 2: The Stalemate: Financial Commitments and Fossil Fuels**
**Interviewer:** The article mentions disagreements over financial commitments and the phasing out of fossil fuels. Dr. Sharma, can you elaborate on the key points of contention between developed and developing nations?
**Dr. Sharma:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Agyemang, many developing countries argue that richer nations need to take deeper cuts in their emissions and provide significantly more financial assistance. How crucial are these points to reaching a successful agreement?
**Mr. Agyemang:**
**Section 3: The Future of COP29 and Climate Action**
**Interviewer:** The withdrawal of key participants raises serious concerns about the future of COP29. Dr. Sharma, what potential consequences could this have for global climate negotiations?
**Dr. Sharma:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Agyemang, what message does this walkout send to the international community? What steps need to be taken to ensure that COP29 can still achieve meaningful progress on climate action?
**Mr. Agyemang:**
**Closing:**
**Interviewer:** Thank you both for your insightful contributions to this critical discussion. The situation at COP29 remains volatile, and the world is watching. World Today News will continue to provide updates on this developing story.
**Note:** This interview framework provides a starting point. Remember to encourage a balanced discussion, allowing both guests to express their opinions freely. Adapt the questions and flow based on the guests’ responses and the specific nuances of the situation.
