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Australia signed the Belem declaration at a UN climate summit, committing to a global phase-out of coal, oil, and gas. However, Prime Minister Albanese rejected the idea that this commitment should prevent the development of new gas fields. Critics are now calling on the government to clarify how it intends to reconcile its support for phasing out fossil fuels with its plans for continued gas development. The declaration, signed alongside other nations at the Cop30 conference, has raised questions about Australia’s commitment to a rapid transition away from fossil fuels.
