COP29 Faces Scrutiny Over Fossil Fuel Influence and Social Media Manipulation

The UN climate summit in Azerbaijan is under fire for fossil fuel industry presence and alleged manipulation of social media narratives.

• Suspicious social media accounts have been identified promoting Azerbaijan's green energy image during COP29, raising concerns about manipulation of public discourse.
• Azerbaijan, a major oil and gas producer, is accused of using fake accounts to influence online debates, with many accounts being deleted but quickly replaced.
• Over 1,770 individuals linked to fossil fuel interests are attending COP29, prompting calls for stricter regulations on industry influence in climate negotiations.
• Prominent figures, including former UN officials, have called for a fundamental overhaul of the COP process to focus more on implementation rather than negotiation.
• Despite criticism, the COP process remains a crucial platform for vulnerable nations to have an equal voice in climate discussions, though progress on key issues like climate finance is slow.

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