The debate over whether India and China should contribute to a climate damage fund has been a major point of contention during COP28. The fund, intended to provide financial assistance to poorer nations affected by climate-related disasters, has received funding pledges from 15 developed countries and the UAE. However, China and India argue that their high emissions are a recent development and that they still qualify as developing countries under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. The disagreement reflects the broader issue of differentiated responsibilities and highlights the trust deficit between developed and developing nations in climate negotiations. Critics argue that the grouping of countries as developed or developing is outdated and needs revision, especially considering the changing economic landscape. While some small island states emphasize the moral responsibility of major economies like China and India to contribute to the fund, others point to the unfulfilled $100 billion climate finance pledge made by developed countries in 2009 as a reason for hesitation. This debate underscores the need for a more equitable and transparent approach to climate finance, ensuring that historical responsibilities are accounted for and that trust is rebuilt between nations.
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