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Opinion: After nearly 10 years of debate, COP29’s carbon trading deal is seriously flawed
Negotiators at COP29 in Baku reached a landmark deal on carbon credit rules, but concerns remain about flaws in the system.
Trump plans no exemption for oil imports under new tariff plan, sources say
Trump's 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports will include oil, despite concerns over energy price spikes.
US energy lobbying groups wary about Trump tariffs threat
U.S. oil and gas groups express concern over Trump's tariff threat on Canada and Mexico, warning of potential industry impacts.
Analysis: How Trump’s Mexico tariffs could hurt Europe’s auto industry
Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexico could harm European carmakers like Volkswagen and Stellantis more than EU-specific tariffs.
Gazprom 2025 plan assumes no more transit via Ukraine to Europe, source says
Gazprom plans for no gas transit via Ukraine after Dec. 31, as Ukraine seeks to end the transit deal, hurting Russian-European energy ties.
Aviation sector officials warn of Trump effect on green jet fuels
Green jet fuel expansion could face setbacks under Trump, as officials fear losing tax credits vital to the sector.
Analysis: Adani’s ‘renewable energy marvel’ trapped in U.S. bribery indictment
Adani Green faces challenges after U.S. indictment over bribery, threatening its $100B renewable energy goals.
Japan PM Ishiba urges Biden to approve Nippon-US Steel deal, sources say
Japanese PM Ishiba urges Biden to approve Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel, highlighting its benefits to U.S.-Japan ties.
Trump’s tariff pledges rattle US, European auto shares
European automakers' shares fell as Trump pledged tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.
Snapshot: Major fallout for India’s Adani Group after U.S. bribery indictment
Adani Group's market value drops $33B after U.S. bribery charges; TotalEnergies halts investments, other deals stall.
