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UK PM Boris Johnson hails ‘decisive shift’ but admits disappointment at softened coal pledge
Geopolitical drama gives way to concessions but agreement falls short of Paris accord goals
UN climate summit establishes framework for trading after six years of debate
Countries strengthen commitments to lower emissions but remain divided on phasing out fossil fuels
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Weekend negotiations include thorniest issues such as payment by rich countries to developing nations
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Saudi Arabia, Russia and Australia face harsh spotlight at summit but push back behind the scenes
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Latest draft texts contain weakened commitment as negotiations go down to the wire
Plus, China wants more ‘appreciation’ for its climate action
A growing bloc says it needs to see more clear financial commitments by the end of the summit
The COP26 summit in Glasgow shows that elite opinion is beginning to shift
Rare show of co-operation welcomed at UN summit despite absence of major new commitments
Eight institutions put aside rivalries to form alliance to foster research and strengthen teaching
System for units linked to emissions seen as critical to helping to curb temperature rise
Plus, Australia pushes for a pro-business climate strategy
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