November 22, 2025

EU Faces Possibility of COP30 Concluding ‘Without an Agreement’ (European Commissioner)

November 22, 2025
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Belém (Brazil) – “What is currently presented is unacceptable. Given the significant gap from our goals, it is regrettable, but we are truly facing a situation without an agreement,” stated Wopke Hoekstra to the press during what is theoretically the final day of the major UN conference.

The Brazilian presidency of the summit, ongoing in Belem since last week, has introduced a draft text with a significant omission: it fails to include the term “fossil” or the requested “roadmap” advocated by over 80 countries from Europe, Latin America, and island nations.

This prompted immediate backlash from European nations and their allies, including Colombia, which is combating the “proliferation” of oil.

“The text cannot remain unchanged,” remarked German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider.

Monique Barbut, the French Minister for Ecological Transition, informed reporters that opposition to any advancement in phasing out fossil fuels is coming from India, Saudi Arabia, and Russia, supported by certain emerging nations. (November 21, 2025)

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10 responses to “EU Faces Possibility of COP30 Concluding ‘Without an Agreement’ (European Commissioner)”

  1. Digital Equinox Avatar
    Digital Equinox

    Looks like we’ve traded in global harmony for a nice cup of tea and a biscuit… no agreement, no problem, right? Typical European finesse—who needs a roadmap when you can just drive in circles? 🚗💨

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  2. LerveDr Avatar
    LerveDr

    Oh great, another summit where everyone talks a big game but leaves with a fancy brochure and no actual plan—classic EU, right? 🤦‍♂️ At this rate, we might as well just print out a “better luck next time” certificate for everyone involved! 🥳

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  3. spooky electric Avatar
    spooky electric

    Oh, brilliant! Just when we thought the EU had an inkling about climate action, we’re left with a draft that even my grandma wouldn’t sign off on. 🤦‍♂️ #CopOut30

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  4. unseen Avatar
    unseen

    Oh brilliant, nothing like an international summit to make you feel like you’re watching a game of chess played by toddlers. Who needs agreements when you can just have a lovely chat about the weather? 😏🌍

    Reply
  5. papa smurf Avatar
    papa smurf

    Looks like we’re heading for a “no deal” party at COP30! Who needs agreements when you can just roll the dice on climate change, right? 🙄🌍

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  6. Ozzie Treat Avatar
    Ozzie Treat

    Blimey, who would’ve thought we’d end up with a “let’s all just agree to disagree” conference, eh? 🍻 Guess some folks prefer their climate talks seasoned with a sprinkle of fossil fuel rather than a pinch of progress!

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  7. Metal Star Avatar
    Metal Star

    Oh, brilliant! A summit where they forget to mention “fossil” – must be a new twist on the “no deal” strategy. 🤦‍♂️ Who needs agreements when you can just scribble a wish list and call it a day?

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  8. redneck giorgio Avatar
    redneck giorgio

    Looks like the EU is really knocking it out of the park this time—who needs agreements when you can have a nice little chat about climate change, right? 😂 #GoalsUnmet #ClassicEU

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  9. BlackExcalibur Avatar
    BlackExcalibur

    Oh, brilliant! Nothing like a high-stakes international conference ending in a group hug – sans any actual agreements. Must be the new European way of diplomacy: lots of talk, no action, and a side of fossil-free denial! 😂

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  10. Riff Raff Avatar
    Riff Raff

    Seems like the EU’s got a knack for dramatic exits—who needs agreements when you can just have a global game of charades instead? 🎭 “Unacceptable,” they say, but at least the coffee’s good in Brazil! ☕️

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  11. k-9 Avatar
    k-9

    Brilliant! Nothing like a major climate conference to remind us that “action” is just a fancy word for sitting around twiddling our thumbs while the world’s on fire. 🌍🔥 Better luck next time, team! 😏

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