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The UN's IMO is set to approve new greenhouse gas emission rules for ships, aiming to reduce global shipping emissions by 40%, but the US opposes the regulations, citing concerns over costs and economic impact, potentially leading to international tensions and retaliatory measures.
French President Macron emphasizes the necessity of recognizing a Palestinian state to isolate Hamas and promote peace, despite opposition from the US, planning to formalize this stance at the UN.
The landmark plastic treaty talks in Geneva collapsed after the US, under Trump, opposed key production limits, reflecting a broader shift away from global environmental efforts and highlighting deep divisions over how to address plastic pollution, with the US prioritizing industry interests over environmental restrictions.
The US has sent letters to countries urging rejection of a UN plastic treaty that would limit plastic production and additives, positioning itself in opposition to over 100 countries and aiming to prevent binding caps on plastic manufacturing, reflecting its broader stance to prioritize industry interests over environmental measures in global negotiations.