COP30
Deadlines loom for updated Paris Agreement climate pledges
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Countries worldwide must submit ambitious updates to their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement by early 2025, ahead of COP30 in Brazil. Developed nations face a year-end 2024 deadline, while developing countries have until February 2025. These pledges are crucial for aligning global efforts with the goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
UN and Ethiopia Call for COP30 Focus on Africa
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The United Nations and Ethiopia have issued a joint call urging COP30 to prioritize Africa's needs in climate action. The statement emphasizes the continent's vulnerability to climate change and the need for equitable global support. This comes ahead of upcoming international climate talks.