Global Climate Talks Grapple with the Possibility of a Second Trump Term

The specter of a potential second term for former President Donald Trump looms over the global climate talks in Dubai, with concerns that the United States may withdraw from the Paris climate accord once again. While Biden administration officials assure commitment to the fight against climate change, the presence of a former Trump White House climate adviser at the talks suggests the long shadow Trump casts over the negotiations. Diplomats fear that a Trump victory in 2024 could undermine U.S. credibility and derail progress in reducing emissions. However, some diplomats focus on what President Biden has already accomplished and emphasize the role of the private sector in addressing climate change.