Trump Win Shadows COP29 Climate Summit Leaders gather amid fears of U.S. commitment to climate goals as uncertainty loomsBAKU, Azerbaijan—The COP29 climate summit is currently underway, overshadowed by the aftermath of the U.S. presidential election where pro-fossil fuel Donald Trump emerged victorious. Various leaders and climate advocates from around the globe have gathered under the weight of significant uncertainty, questioning the future of international climate commitments, particularly the Paris Agreement. A senior Azerbaijani COP29 official was reportedly caught on camera discussing plans for new oil and gas deals, igniting criticism about the integrity of the climate talks. Comparatively, the mood at COP29 reflects the larger discourse surrounding the credibility of international efforts to fight climate change. This debate over financing highlights key tensions at COP29, particularly between developed countries and their developing counterparts.
