COP30: BRIEFING – Second week starts with cautious optimism as Brazil tackles thorniest climate issues

Published 23:13 on November 17, 2025 / Last updated at 03:22 on November 18, 2025 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), EMEA (Africa, Middle East), Insights (Briefings), International (UN Climate Talks)

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COP30 talks resumed on Monday with cautious optimism, based on a Brazilian proposal that tended to favour the developing world’s position on contentious issues such as climate finance and trade. 
COP30 talks resumed on Monday with cautious optimism, based on a Brazilian proposal that tended to favour the developing world’s position on contentious issues such as climate finance and trade. 


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