In a move that shook the global community 🌎, the United Nations confirmed on Tuesday that it received official notice from the United States 🇺🇸 about its withdrawal from the Paris climate change agreement.
\"The United States notified the Secretary-General, in his capacity as depositary, of its withdrawal, on 27 January 2025, from the Paris Agreement of 12 December 2015,\" said Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for UN chief Antonio Guterres, during the daily briefing.
The exit will become official on January 27, 2026, as per Article 28, paragraph 2, of the agreement. This marks a significant step back from international efforts to combat climate change 🌡️❄️.
Despite the U.S.'s decision, the UN reaffirmed its commitment to the Paris Agreement, urging nations to continue their efforts to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius 🌡️. \"We remain dedicated to bringing the world together to tackle this urgent challenge,\" Dujarric emphasized.
Climate activists and nations worldwide are voicing concerns 🗣️, hoping for renewed global collaboration to protect our planet for future generations 🌱🌍.
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UN confirms U.S.'s notification of withdrawal from Paris Agreement
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