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End 'delaying tactics' on loss and damage fund

The loss and damage fund was adopted at COP27. At SB58 in Bonn, negotiations on its design will take place. Harjeet Singh of Climate Action Network International criticizes the delaying tactics and "half-hearted efforts" of wealthy states. Singh argues that the fund must be based on the "polluter pays principle" and hold those responsible for the climate crisis responsible. He calls for a redirection of fossil fuel subsidies and progressive taxes on shipping and aviation.

By Redaktion Table

EU-Exekutiv-Vizepräsident und Green-Deal-Kommissar Frans Timmermans empfängt COP28-Präsident Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber in Brüssel.

Al Jaber in Bonn and Brussels: waiting for clarity

Yesterday in Brussels, today in Bonn: COP28 President-designate Al Jaber is touring Europe to answer questions about his plans for the next world climate conference in Dubai. The most crucial answers, however, remain vague.

By Lukas Knigge