Australia's obstructionist role causes developing countries to walk

takver — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:26:19 +0000

Copenhagen. Dec 14, 2009. Australia and Japan are currently blocking movement on legally binding emissions reductions for rich countries, which has precipitated in the G77 group of 130 developing countries walking out of climate negotiations unless talks on a second commitment period to the Kyoto Protocol are prioritized ahead of broader discussions under a second LCA track. A Flashmob of support by civil society for the African and island nations walkout was held in the convention centre.

Geography:

Australia

Keywords:

Copenhagen

COP15

G77