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WorldCOP31 host urges wealthy countries to spend ‘much more’ on climate than defence

At a pre-COP summit in Fiji, COP31 president-designate Murat Kurum said wealthy countries should spend far more on the climate crisis, arguing that climate is a security issue. He was noncommittal on whether countries should repeat a pledge to transition away from fossil fuels.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-10-09 12:00Original

COP31 host urges wealthy countries to spend ‘much more’ on climate than defence
COP31 host urges wealthy countries to spend ‘much more’ on climate than defenceWorld