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What’s the Deal with COP29?
By James Guild
The annual Conference of the Parties offers nations and funders to make splashy climate announcements. Translating these into concrete action is another matter.
COP29 Finance Goal Falls Short of Addressing Southeast Asia’s Needs
By Trang Nguyen
The conference put more money on the table for developing countries, but this will not solve the “chicken-and-egg” dilemmas facing the region.
The Australia-Pacific Bid to Host UN Climate Talks in 2026 Is in Limbo
By Wesley Morgan
A decision won’t be made until June 2025, but Australia shouldn’t wait to take action.
COP29: India’s Position Highlights the Deep Schisms in Climate Action
By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
Differing national priorities and objectives have always been a roadblock in developing a unified approach in the world’s fight against climate change.
Can Climate Break the Ice for India and Pakistan?
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
2025 could bring a change in bilateral relations – and environmental issues like heavy air pollution may be the catalyst.
COP29 Outcomes and South Asian Concerns
By Saqlain Rizve
There is concern in the region that much of the climate finance being extended is in the form of loans that could get them debt-trapped.
Central Asia’s Green Transition Goals Highlighted at COP29
By Nigel Li
Although Central Asia has demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, the path to a “green transition” remains fraught with obstacles.
Asia-Pacific Gen-Zers at COP29
By Sacha Shaw
Across Asia and the Pacific, a new generation is attending the U.N. climate change conference to make their voices heard. These are some of their stories.
Fossil Gas is Not Compatible With Indonesia’s Net Zero Ambitions
By Adila Isfandiari and Tata Mustasya
The country's plans to use natural gas as a transitional fuel will hinder rather than help its green energy transition.
Southeast Asia Needs Serious Money to Get to Net Zero
By Trang Nguyen
To achieve net zero emissions in Southeast Asia, addressing the significant financing gap is crucial, requiring bold targets and more international support.
Taiwan’s Role in Driving Climate Action and Regional Sustainability
By Tsaiying Lu, Meng-Hui Lin, Chen-Yen Chang, Elizabeth Frost, and Yu-Ping Yang
With ongoing disputes over climate finance at the U.N. level, regional efforts could fill the gap – and Taiwan can help.
Why Indonesia’s Path to Net Zero Requires Urgent Action at COP29
By Soyoung Oh and Agus Sari
Despite Jakarta's ambitious climate commitments, its domestic policies and the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) will fall short of phasing out coal.
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