COP29 climate conference in Baku faces disruptions due to disagreements over carbon credits, political tensions, and logistical challenges.
Some participants at the COP29 climate conference in Baku are giving it high marks for organization and appearance. The proceedings themselves, however, have been tumultuous. Several attendees have noted the presence of a legion of omnipresent young volunteers who are 'polite, smiling, and always ready to help.' The 'pristine cleanliness' of the venue, another adds, 'feels a bit excessive.
Brazil was the country supposedly most opposed to the supervisory body's proposed mechanism, but the COP presidency managed to defuse Brazilian displeasure so provisional rules could be adopted. Tumult has marked the ensuing days of the conference. On November 13, Argentina's delegation withdrew from the proceedings. Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports that the head of the Brazilian team had become ill injected an additional element of uncertainty.
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