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  1. COVID-19 significantly impacts economic, political, and social structures in emerging economies, necessitating strategic adaptations.
  2. A correlation exists between climate change indicators and COVID-19, affecting energy consumption patterns in emerging economies.
  3. No country has achieved high ranking in climate change mitigation, reflecting global policy inconsistencies and challenges.
  4. COVID-19 has temporarily reduced carbon emissions, but industrial activity's resumption could exacerbate emissions issues.
  5. Emerging economies' growth strategies often conflict with climate change mitigation efforts, necessitating comprehensive policy integration.

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