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<p>The 28th UN climate conference, COP28, held in Dubai in November-December 2023, was the largest and one of the most complicated of the series. Global political and economic problems, and environmentalist criticism of the host country and president, made the run-up to the conference complicated and contentious. But overall, it achieved significant success. What were the key achievements at COP28, and which intentions were not met? What surprises emerged? And what are the key implications?</p>
