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Papua New Guinea calls Trump decision on climate pact 'morally wrong'

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at a rally at Circa Resort & Casino on January 25, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event focused on Trump's first week in office, including his proposed policy to eliminate taxes on tips for service industry employees.[AFP]

Papua New Guinea's leader urged President Donald Trump on Sunday to rethink his decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate agreement, calling it "totally irresponsible" and "morally wrong".

Prime Minister James Marape said he was "greatly concerned" for his country and other Pacific island nations threatened by rising seas and severe weather patterns.

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