Malpass survives climate gaffe, but the World Bank's fossil fuel policy may not
Many of the major World Bank contributors have called for varying degrees of change.
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Many of the major World Bank contributors have called for varying degrees of change.
One key factor holding back the deal is the lack of detail South Africa has given on how it will spend the money.
A landmark $8.5 billion (R152 billion) deal to help wean South Africa off its dependence on coal is hanging in the balance amid fraught negotiations with rich donor countries over how the funds should be spent.
Internal State Department emails obtained by Fox News Digital showed that the Biden administration has repeatedly consulted green groups on key foreign policy issues.
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry's office has held calls with environmental groups briefing or discussing key policy items, according to documents.