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EU, Brazil Press Shipping Carbon Price as US Opposes IMO Deal

4/24/2026

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EU nations will push for a carbon price on shipping at next week’s IMO talks, opposing removal of climate measures and clashing with the United States.
In an October vote, 57 countries voted to delay the carbon-pricing scheme, with 49 led by EU, Brazil and small island states pressing for a deal.
Liberia, Panama, Marshall Islands and Bahri urged the IMO to explore alternatives as support for framework erodes.

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EU nations will push for a carbon price on shipping at next week’s IMO talks, opposing removal of climate measures and clashing with the United States.
In an October vote, 57 countries voted to delay the carbon-pricing scheme, with 49 led by EU, Brazil and small island states pressing for a deal.
Liberia, Panama, Marshall Islands and Bahri urged the IMO to explore alternatives as support for framework erodes.