Top climate negotiators call for stronger targets as critics highlight fossil fuel production increases

Top climate negotiators at the United Nations have called for more ambitious targets to combat global warming. They emphasized the need for new national plans to align with limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, ahead of a February deadline. However, critics, including representatives from small island nations, pointed out that major oil-producing countries like the UAE, Azerbaijan, and Brazil are not reducing their fossil fuel output. They argue that these nations should lead by example in cutting emissions. Analysts noted that while the negotiators spoke of urgent action, their countries are increasing oil and gas production. This raises concerns about their commitment to meaningful climate action.