UN climate summit in Baku agrees to boost funding for developing countries to $300 billion by 2035
Negotiators at the UN climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, reached an agreement to increase financial support for developing countries to $300 billion per year by 2035. This is a significant rise from the current target of $100 billion. However, experts estimate that developing countries need $1.3 trillion annually to effectively transition to cleaner energy and manage climate impacts. The agreement relies on private companies and international lenders to fill the funding gap. India's representative criticized the deal, calling it inadequate and suggesting it was manipulated. The agreement has faced skepticism regarding its effectiveness in addressing the urgent needs of lower-income nations.