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Meanwhile, 2016 was declared the hottest year on record since measurements were taken in 1880.
Russia came in at 131st place with a score of 29, well below the global average of 43.
But the number of deaths so far in 2017 is higher than the same period last year.
The World Bank forecasts oil prices around $55 a barrel.
The Iraqi army says it has recaptured all of eastern Mosul 100 days into the military campaign.
Countries will now look to China's Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) for future trade agreements.
The Russian envoy to the talks warned that a simple solution to the six-year conflict is unlikely.
Deputy Jerusalem Mayor Meir Turgeman said the licensing was delayed until Obama left the White House.
Xi had previously told the US president that cooperation between their countries was the only way forward.
A number of Syrian opposition groups will be participating in the talks.
