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Nations ‘take note’ of Copenhagen Accord

Copenhagen, Denmark, 19 December: After a marathon all-night session, countries attending the UN climate summit have agreed to “take note” of a document entitled the Copenhagen Accord, under which they agreed to work towards limiting the rise in global temperatures to below 2 degree Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

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Obama arrives in Copenhagen, hoping to unlock stalemate

Copenhagen, Denmark, 18 December: US President Obama has joined more than 110 other heads of state or government for the closing day of the Copenhagen climate change summit. It is hoped that his presence will facilitate a political deal that could be the key to unlocking the negotiating stalemate on a range of issues.

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Next 24 hours are absolutely critical for Copenhagen success

Copenhagen, Denmark, 16 December: It is still possible to reach real success at Copenhagen according to UNFCCC Executive Secretary Yvo de Boer although in an AP report today he warns: "The next 24 hours are absolutely crucial and need to be used productively."

Talks remain deadlocked with just two days left. However at least 130 world leaders, including US President Obama, are due to join the talks on today and tomorrow, hoping to sign a new climate pact on Friday.

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