COP30 - Five key takeaways from a deeply divisive climate summit

COP30 in Belém, Brazil was characterized by deep divisions on addressing global warming, with key takeaways including contentious discussions on fossil fuels, challenges faced by the European Union, questions about the future of COP, trade becoming a central topic, and contrasting approaches by China and the US. The summit saw Brazil's struggle to achieve consensus, the EU's difficulties with climate finance, and the rising prominence of trade issues in climate negotiations. As concerns about global warming and emissions intensify, COP leaders are urged to adapt the conference's approach to remain relevant and impactful on climate action globally.