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Lula urges a united roadmap on climate action at COP30 amid the US absence and global divisions.
Belem summit discussions focus on bridging disputes over fossil fuels and climate finance.
Scientists warn delaying fossil fuel transition could trigger disastrous changes and worsen extreme weather.
A group of scientists urged a practical road map, not just meetings, to guide action.
India signals potential December climate plan submission, delaying final positions until later.
US non-attendance at COP30 complicates achieving broader consensus on action and finance.
Lula frames climate action as a global cooperation effort, not a Western-dominated process.
Belem COP30 features calls from scientists and ministers to accelerate action.
Brazil emphasizes unity and collaboration across non-Western countries in climate policy.
COP30 aims to deliver concrete steps toward emissions reductions and financing commitments.

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Susana Muhamad described a coalition of 80 countries demanding a clear pathway to transition from fossil fuels at COP30.
Muhamad criticized Brazil for licensing oil exploration near the Amazon ahead of the summit, signaling a contradictory climate message.
She framed the COP30 debate as a struggle between fossil capital and nations prioritizing climate and human security.
Muhamad noted the presence of Indigenous communities as a major force pressing for climate justice at COP30.
The interview tied climate negotiations to broader geopolitical tensions, including U.S. policy and Gaza, as part of the energy and security discussion.
Muhamad warned that the 1.5 C target is at risk if fossil fuel expansion continues at current levels.
She highlighted the contrast between peaceful Indigenous resistance and fortress-like COP security.
She criticized U.S. absence from the talks as harmful to a collaborative, global climate solution.
Muhamad connected climate policy to social justice, arguing a shift from arms spending to climate action.
The dialogue underscored the Amazon's central role to climate stability and the risk of deforestation.

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Australia loses bid to host Cop31 in Adelaide as Turkey will host the climate conference in Antalya.
Prime Minister Albanese calls the outcome outstanding, while Greens criticize the decision as embarrassing.
South Australia’s premier Malinauskas says the process was frankly obscene.
The Ashes cricket series starts in Perth, with two Australian debuts anticipated.
Climae ministers and state leaders react as Australia shifts its Cop31 hosting plan.
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Cop31 will be hosted by Turkey in Antalya, ending Australia’s bid to host the summit in Adelaide.
Australia may still shape talks as ‘president of negotiations’ under a Turkish-led deal.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s level of engagement with the Cop31 bid came under scrutiny.
Climate minister Chris Bowen defended a high-level role, emphasizing negotiation leadership.
The deal could salvage multilateral work by keeping the talks moving.
Civil society and broader international concerns loom over the Turkish leadership’s approach.
Turkey’s leadership is seen as pivotal to consensus-building at Cop31.
The shift reflects wider geopolitical dynamics, including US absence and fossil fuel export debates.
Adelaide’s bid faced opacity and internal government doubts about priority for UN talks.
Observers see Bowen as a potentially positive force in COP talks despite criticism.

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Indonesia remains highly dependent on coal, which accounts for about 70% of electricity and keeps the economy tethered to fossil fuels.
The government’s 2030 plan relies on land-use changes and renewables but faces doubts over real reform and funding.
Analysts warn that domestic policies still lock in fossil-fuel profits, hindering a timely energy transition.
Indonesia is promoting carbon markets and a forthcoming national emissions-trading system to attract investors.
Environmental groups urge stronger governance and long-term forest protection beyond donor-driven projects.
Indonesia seeks $1.3 trillion in climate finance by 2035 as part of the global south’s push for fair funding.
Indonesia presents itself as a voice for the global south at Cop30, seeking equity and supportive financing.
Critics argue that Indonesia’s 2030 targets depend on foreign support, raising questions about domestic ambition.
Deforestation and peatland drainage remain central to Indonesia’s emissions, despite pledges to restore land and forests.
The COP30 focus includes forest and land-use targets and the potential expansion of carbon-market frameworks.

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