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Global Leaders Slam Trump's Climate Absence at COP30

11/8/2025

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At COP30 in Belém, leaders criticized the absence of U.S. President Donald Trump, who opposes climate efforts.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Chilean President Gabriel Boric criticized Trump's climate stance.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called for a fossil-fuel phaseout roadmap.
The U.S. has opted not to send high-level officials, raising concerns about negotiations.
China increases its influence in climate talks, stressing multilateral cooperation.

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At COP30 in Belém, leaders criticized the absence of U.S. President Donald Trump, who opposes climate efforts.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Chilean President Gabriel Boric criticized Trump's climate stance.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called for a fossil-fuel phaseout roadmap.
The U.S. has opted not to send high-level officials, raising concerns about negotiations.
China increases its influence in climate talks, stressing multilateral cooperation.