Joe Biden may give Dubai COP climate meeting a miss: Report
Joe Biden's attendance at COP28 is not confirmed. They cautioned that his schedule is subject to change and not official until announced.
At this time, no final decision has been made regarding his participation, and the White House has not provided any updates on his travel plans. President Biden's aides are facing the challenge of balancing the demands for his time, including the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in thee Middle East and negotiations with a Republican-controlled House of Representatives on federal spending.
Additionally, they anticipate the upcoming presidential campaign season, set to intensify in January. Also Read: COP28 is beset with problems even before it has begun Notably, President Biden did not attend the September summit of the 10-nation Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), delegating Vice President Kamala Harris to represent the United States.
When asked about her attendance at COP28, a spokesperson for Vice President Harris stated, "We don't have any travel to announce." COP28 is expected to feature discussions aimed at phasing out CO2-emitting coal, oil, and gas. Such an agreement would be a significant achievement and align with the climate agenda, which is a priority for liberal and younger voters ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
The summit also offers an opportunity for President Biden to engage with Arab and global leaders to discuss the ongoing Gaza conflict, following the cancellation of a planned summit in Jordan earlier this month. Also Read | Mint Explainer: What to expect from COP28 taking place in November in UAE? In the previous year, leaders such as Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Jordan's King Abdullah II, and France's President Emmanuel Macron attended
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