European leaders reaffirm commitment to Paris climate agreement at Davos
European leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos reaffirmed their commitment to the Paris climate agreement following U.S. President Donald Trump's withdrawal. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that Europe will continue to work with nations to combat climate change. Climate activists made their presence known at the event, calling for taxing the wealthy to support a sustainable future. United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell noted that global investment in clean energy is outpacing fossil fuels, despite political challenges. Leaders from developing countries criticized the U.S. withdrawal, stating it undermines global efforts against climate change. China also expressed concern, highlighting that climate change affects all nations and requires collective action.