How the U.S. Fell Behind China on Climate Diplomacy

The Journal.

Leaders from around the world are meeting in Azerbaijan for the U.N.’s COP29 climate conference. With Donald Trump’s recent election victory looming over the event, the U.S.’s role will be diminished. WSJ’s Matthew Dalton explains why this moment might be China’s chance to shine.

Further Listening:

-The Oil Giant Hosting This Year’s U.N. Climate Summit 

-The Fight Over Climate Change's Price Tag 

Further Reading:

-Trump Victory Leaves China Calling the Shots at COP29 Climate Negotiations 

-Welcome to Baku, a City Built on Oil Hosting the World’s Climate Conference 

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