Tag: International agreements
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EU Pushes for a Farage Clause in Brexit Reset Talks with the UK
Overview: The EU’s demand in the Brexit reset talks The European Union is pressing for a formal provision—a so‑called “Farage clause” in the upcoming Brexit reset agreement—that would require the United Kingdom to compensate the bloc if a future government reneges on the deal. The demand comes as Prime Minister Keir Starmer engages in delicate…
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A colossal own goal: Trump’s exit from climate treaties won’t move the needle globally
Introduction: A bold move with limited global punch Donald Trump’s decision to pull the United States from certain international climate agreements has reignited debate about America’s role in global climate governance. Critics argue that the move is a political flare-up that will do little to alter the trajectory of global warming, while supporters claim it…
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A colossal own goal: Trump’s exit from global climate treaties will have little effect outside US
Introduction: A symbolic shift with limited global leverage The decision by former President Donald Trump to withdraw from or undermine international climate agreements has dominated headlines as temperatures rise and climate risks intensify. Yet, in the global arena, the move is unlikely to derail years of international efforts or halt the slow-but-steady momentum toward cleaner…