Top 10 world news: Australia won't adopt net-zero emission target, US warns China over South China sea, and more
Top 10 World news
Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters. Therecent UN Security Council meeting seesUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticise China for its actions in the South China Sea.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia would not adopt a net-zero target for climate change just hours after a landmark UN report predicted catastrophic global warming is occurring significantly faster than previously forecast. Defying demands for more aggressive emissions targets, he said that the country is already taking adequate measures to address climate change.
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'Global consequences': US, China clash at UN over South China Sea row
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The Australian prime minister rejected demand for more aggressive emissions targets, insisting that the country is doing enough in the fight against climate change.
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