Arab Group opposes fossil fuel phase-out at COP29 climate summit
The 22-nation Arab Group, led by Saudi Arabia, has opposed any United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) agreement that targets fossil fuels, according to The New Arab. Saudi representative Albara Tawfiq stated that the bloc would reject any language singling out fossil fuels in the climate negotiations held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The talks, focused on climate finance for developing nations, have reignited debates over transitioning from fossil fuels. Developed nations and climate-vulnerable countries are urging…