World Leaders Gather For Second Day of COP30, Launch $5 Billion Fund To Protect Tropical Forests
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Nov 08, 2025, 13:38 IST | Updated: Nov 08, 2025, 13:38 IST
World leaders convened for the second day of COP30, with vulnerable nations calling for urgent and unified global climate action. A new $5 billion fund to protect and restore forests has been announced, aimed at tackling deforestation and supporting sustainable livelihoods across the Global South. As delegates debate emissions targets and green financing, the pressure mounts on developed countries to deliver on their climate commitments. Watch the full report for key highlights, major announcements, and reactions from world leaders.
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