The Danish foreign minister criticized the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, emphasizing Denmark’s investment in Arctic security and willingness to cooperate with the U.S. U.S. Vice President JD Vance demanded Denmark increase its investment in Greenland’s security during a visit, prompting backlash from Greenlanders and Danish officials. Greenlandic lawmakers formed a new government to resist U.S. overtures to annex the island, while Denmark highlighted its defense agreement with the U.S. and increased investment in Arctic security.
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Gas project extension will need to meet net-zero
SummaryWoodside's North West Shelf gas project has been approved by the Albanese government to operate until 2070, but must comply with the safeguard mechanism to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirmed that all facilities under this mechanism, including Woodside's, are legally required to develop a pathway to net-zero emissions, despite potential controversies regarding gas project approvals and their impact on Australia's climate commitments. Bowen emphasized Australia's ongoing goal to reduce emissions...
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