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COP29 updates: How are ASEAN countries advancing their climate policy?

The United Nations Climate Summit (COP29) is currently in full swing, with ASEAN member states, consisting of developing countries, actively participating.

Who wants what at the COP29 climate change summit?

Nations are gathering in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the latest round of UN climate talks, where they will be tasked with setting a target for channelling climate finance into developing countries.

COP29: Five key takeaways from Brazil’s 2035 climate pledge

Brazil’s new climate pledge, launched at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by as much as two-thirds by 2035 compared to 2005 levels.

Climate finance tensions loom over COP29 as developed nations urge new contributors

Ahead of COP29, reports have emerged that countries such as the United States and members of the European Union are pushing to expand the list of contributors, requesting countries like Singapore to assume part of the financial responsibility.

COP29: Four key highlights from the UN climate summit in Baku

After intense debates, an agreement to increase climate financing was reached, though many countries remain dissatisfied with the outcome. In addition to the financing agreement, what other key developments took place at this year's summit?

How COP29 host Azerbaijan could boost growth through climate action?

Azerbaijan’s economy is highly dependent on fossil-fuel exports, making its economic prospects vulnerable to rising emissions-cutting ambition around the world.

NCQG draft sparks outrage as COP29 fails to bridge finance divide

COP29 released a draft climate finance proposal on Nov. 21, but key details regarding the scale, sources, and mechanisms of the funding remain unclear. This leaves member countries with the challenge of reaching a consensus in the coming days.

COP29 week two: Key updates on ASEAN’s climate actions

As the United Nations Climate Summit (COP29) enters its second week, what are the latest climate actions and policies from ASEAN countries worth noting?

COP29: Countries still miles apart on climate finance at tense UN summit

First week of Baku talks marked by low turnout of leaders, Argentina’s withdrawal, and a gulf between blocs’ demands on a new finance goal.

COP29: Six key reasons why international climate finance is a ‘wild west’

Developed nations have committed to providing billions of dollars of “climate finance” to developing countries. At the COP29 climate summit, nations must decide on a new global goal to replace the existing target of $100bn each year.

COP29: Baku summit makes early breakthrough on global carbon market standards

On the opening day of the United Nations Climate Summit (COP29), a major breakthrough was achieved in global carbon market negotiations. Member countries endorse a United Nations-backed carbon credit trading mechanism.

COP29 in focus