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Conversation: COP30 ends without agreement on schedule for phasing out fossil fuels NHK

A: Hey there! Have you heard about COP30?
B: No, what's up with it?

A: Well, it ended over the weekend! They agreed on a document to help developing countries financially for climate change...
B: That's good, right?

A: Yeah, but they didn't talk about phasing out fossil fuels, which was in the draft agreement.
B: Wait, why not? Did something happen?

A: I think some countries that produce oil objected strongly to it. But Brazil said they will make their own plans for phasing out fossil fuels.
B: Hmmm... That's too bad. The EU's climate commissioner said he appreciates the effort but wishes it was in the main text.

A: Next year, COP31 is in Turkey!
B: Cool! Let's hope they get it right next time!
Summary
Conference COP30 concluded, agreeing on a document to financially aid developing countries in addressing climate change. However, the phase-out of fossil fuels, initially included in the draft agreement, was not discussed due to opposition from oil-producing countries. Brazil announced independent
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ID: 03253e01-ddd4-432e-a54b-016c3e955202

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251123_05/#conversation

Date: Nov. 23, 2025

Notes: 2025-11-23

Created: 2025/11/23 12:40

Updated: 2025/12/07 21:42

Last Read: 2025/11/23 14:23

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