By abandoning climate commitments and boosting fossil fuel production, Trump aims to solidify America's position as a leading energy exporter, competing with Russia and Saudi Arabia, particularly in Asian markets. Sheng connects this strategy to the geopolitics of climate change, referencing different theoretical models for achieving net-zero and highlighting the inherent tensions between national interests and global cooperation.
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