Wealthy nations propose $300 billion climate deal for poorer countries at COP29
At the COP29 climate summit, wealthy nations, including the U.S. and U.K., agreed to provide $300 billion annually by 2035 to help poorer countries combat climate change. This amount is $100 billion more than previously expected. The agreement followed intense discussions, with U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres urging richer countries to increase their financial commitments. An earlier draft had proposed $250 billion, while developing nations' needs are estimated in the trillions. Saudi Arabia faced criticism for blocking discussions on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. U.S. climate envoy John Podesta indicated that negotiations were ongoing, but some smaller nations reported no awareness of a finalized deal.