Biden Makes Historic Visit to the Amazon Rainforest Emphasizing Climate Action Ahead of G20 Summit
President Biden becomes the first sitting president to visit the Amazon, pledging support for climate action and highlighting his legacy ahead of the G20 Summit.
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On November 17, President Biden marked a historic visit to the Amazon rainforest, pledging continued U.S. support for climate action and sustainability. Amid concerns over the incoming Trump administration's potential policy reversals, Biden reiterated the importance of his climate change legislation and announced a $100 million contribution to the Amazon Fund. He emphasized that the clean energy progress achieved during his administration cannot be undone, proclaiming November 17 as International Conservation Day. His visit aligns with efforts to bolster global cooperation to combat climate change as he heads to the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.
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