Climate summit gets under way in Baku, Azerbaijan

Before and After COP29, Azerbaijan Is a Risky Place for Climate Activists
Javid Gara is a 32-year-old, self-employed electrician who moved from Baku to England’s Manchester three years ago. He also runs Azerbaijan’s only independent climate group, campaigning to clean up the environment and cut emissions.
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World leaders gather for photo at COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan
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The COP29 climate talks are about to kick off in Baku, Azerbaijan. Here’s what to expect
The next major United Nations meeting on climate change, known as COP29, is about to get underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. These annual meetings are the key international summits as the world attempts to address the unfolding climate crisis.
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