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Global Shipping Emissions Deal Fails Amid U.S. Pressure
10/19/2025
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- The landmark global shipping deal to cut emissions collapsed under pressure from the United States and Saudi Arabia.
- More than 100 countries gathered in London to finalize the agreement.
- President Donald Trump labeled the plan a 'green scam' and threatened tariffs against supporting nations.
- Saudi Arabia proposed adjourning talks for a year.
- Greece and several island nations shifted their support under U.S. influence.
