Climate Politics

Baku Confirmed as COP29 Host After Russia Backs Bid

  • Ministers confirm decision in Dubai on Saturday afternoon
  • Baku could accomodate 100,000 delegates, says Ambassador

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Azerbaijan will host next year’s global climate talks, breaking a months long stalemate caused by the war in Ukraine.