Pressure mounts on COP28 president as fossil fuel debate sizzles

Pressure mounts on COP28 president as fossil fuel debate sizzles

The Emirati head of UN climate talks faced growing pressure Wednesday to steer nations towards a consensus as negotiators sparred over the thorny issue of fossil fuels.A report confirming that 2023 will be the hottest year in recorded history was a reminder of the stakes as the UN negotiations hosted by the oil-rich UAE reached their midway point.A new draft climate agreement had been expected on Wednesday but none was published by the end of the afternoon. The negotiations are due to end, in theory, on December 12. Pressure mounts on COP28 president as fossil fuel debate sizzles