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Washington DC’s Rating Outlook Lowered to Negative by Moody’s Days After US Cut
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Developed nations pledge $9.3 billion to global climate fund at gathering in Germany
The German government says developed countries have pledged $9.3 billion to help poor nations tackle climate change
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