During the ongoing spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) in Washington, D.C., discussions on climate change have been significantly downplayed due to pressure from the U.S. government, particularly under President Donald Trump. Delegates from 189 countries are facing a 'beyond absurd' situation where they are urged to avoid mentioning climate issues while addressing the pressing oil crisis. This pressure comes as the World Bank plans to replace its current climate change action plan (CCAP), which is set to expire in June, raising alarms among developing nations that depend on climate finance. Experts like Mohamed Adow from Power Shift Africa emphasize the critical link between fossil fuels and climate emergencies, warning that failing to address these issues could have disastrous consequences for developing countries. The World Bank has previously committed to allocating 35% of its funding to climate-related activities, yet the current geopolitical climate may jeopardize these commitments. As the world heads toward the Cop29 UN climate summit in Azerbaijan in 2024, the need for substantial climate finance—estimated at $1.3 trillion annually by 2035—remains urgent. The World Bank's role as a major source of climate funding is crucial, and experts argue that sidelining climate discussions could hinder progress on renewable energy investments, which are essential for energy security.