Trump's climate retreat diverges from global shift to green initiatives
Trump's speech to Davos contrasted sharply with other leaders' creation of a Global Energy Transition Forum.
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The South African president invoked Nelson Mandela's emphasis on global 'interdependence' and cooperation.
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U.N. biodiversity summit ends without financing deal in overtime
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Commonwealth heads agree formal debate on slave reparations needed
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U.N. panel commits to anticipating science and technology
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Israel urged to stop shooting at and ensure safety of U.N. peacekeepers
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