COP28: UAE to convene 500 CEOs at Business and Philanthropy Forum

Cecilia Keating
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COP28 Climate Summit will take place from November 30 in Dubai
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COP28 Climate Summit will take place from November 30 in Dubai

COP28 Presidency announces private sector meeting focused on climate action and finance, which aims to be largest of its type ever held

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced plans to host a major meeting of businesses and philanthropic organisations at the upcoming COP28 Climate Summit, focused on accelerating the energy transition...

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