The draft left out a crucial sticking point: how much wealthy nations will pay poor countries. It added that possible numbers for a finance goal will be released in the next iteration of the draft. Esa Ainuu, from the small Pacific island of Niue said, slammed the lack of a number in the draft deal. Something needs to happen.”Adao Barbosa, a top negotiator from the Indian ocean nation of Timor-Leste said all developing countries are unhappy with the climate finance deal. European nations criticized the package of proposals for not being strong enough in reiterating last year’s call for a transition away from fossil fuels.

Source: The Nation November 21, 2024 09:42 UTC