White House denies US is planning to remain in Paris climate accord
by Amanda Holpuch in New York from on (#32BGN)
Trump administration dismisses claim by EU official that US has offered to re-engage with the deal
The White House has denied reports that it planned to stay in the Paris climate agreement, saying its position on leaving was unchanged, and that it would only stay in if it got more "favourable" terms.
The Trump administration was forced to make a statement on Saturday after reports emerged as ministers from more than 30 countries held talks in Montreal this weekend preparing for the upcoming United Nations climate summit in November.
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