Persistent Climate Advocacy Amid Political Shifts

U.S. climate envoy John Podesta expressed disappointment at Donald Trump's election victory, which is seen as a setback for climate advocates. However, he emphasized at the COP29 summit in Baku that efforts to combat global warming will persist in the United States.

In a statement at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, U.S. climate envoy John Podesta acknowledged the disappointment felt by climate advocates following Donald Trump's recent election victory. Podesta, addressing the audience, described the election outcome as a setback for those committed to environmental causes.

Despite the political shift, Podesta assured that the commitment to addressing global warming remains steadfast in the United States. He highlighted the ongoing efforts and dedication of climate actions irrespective of the new political landscape.

Podesta's comments aimed to reassure both national and international environmental advocates that the focus on climate action would endure, signaling that policy and progress would not be halted by the change in U.S. leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)