Brazil Leads Developing Nations at COP30 Climate Summit

Brazil aims to highlight developing nations' needs at the COP30 climate summit, as tensions rise over the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Andre Correa do Lago anticipates tough negotiations but sees this as a vital opportunity to push for fairer climate financing practices.

Brazil, hosting this year's pivotal COP30 global climate summit, seeks to elevate the voices of developing countries in the ongoing climate financing talks. The head of COP30 emphasized the importance of these discussions amidst global challenges.

Andre Correa do Lago, speaking in Brasilia, highlighted that negotiations are expected to be more challenging than last year's summit, particularly following the United States' recent exit from the Paris Agreement.

With the U.S. previously committed to strong climate policies, Brazil views this as a crucial opportunity to advance the discourse on equitable financial support for all nations in combating climate change.

(With inputs from agencies.)