COP30 Deadlock: 30 Nations Demand Fossil Fuel Phase-Out or No Deal
A major dispute has erupted ahead of the COP30 climate conference in Brazil, with nearly 30 countries—including Germany, France, the UK, and the EU—threatening to block any deal that fails to include a clear roadmap for phasing out coal, oil, and gas. The standoff pits these nations against oil-producing giants like Russia, India, and Saudi Arabia, while the African Group has also voiced opposition to the proposed draft.
The conflict began after the Brazilian presidency released a draft agreement for COP30 that omitted any mention of past commitments to transition away from fossil fuels. This omission sparked immediate backlash, with 14 EU member states and 22 other countries warning they would reject the deal unless it explicitly addressed the phase-out of coal, oil, and gas.
The deadlock risks derailing COP30 negotiations, with a coalition of 30 states refusing to accept a deal without a fossil fuel phase-out plan. Meanwhile, the EU’s internal disagreements over strategy could complicate its ability to push for stronger climate action in Brazil. The outcome will determine whether the conference produces a meaningful agreement or ends in stalemate.
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