US Says Climate Deal Signatories on Quick Pace

White House officials say at least 34 countries have either signed or committed to join the recent climate change deal, putting the agreement on a "much faster trajectory." "We are within striking distance of the deal coming into force," said Brian Deese, senior advisor to U.S. President Barack Obama. He said the countries that have committed to the climate change deal reached in Paris in December now represent 40 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. The...

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