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Great wall is high!—Mexico recedes negotiation with China

By Toyoki Nakanishi Published: December 8, 2009 LONDON – According to President Felipe Calderón, “In some points, we have different opinions from China. So, we will announce our own statement tomorrow”. The President’s comment indicates the breakdown of both nations’ … Continue reading

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Country Profile: Mexico

Background Located in Central America, Mexico is the fifth-largest country in the Americas. Although it is known as a major oil producer and exporter, production has fallen in the last few years. However, about one third of total government revenue … Continue reading

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China’s Working Paper Shows No Commitment to Cutting Emissions

By ZIXIN LI Published: December 2, 2009 LONDON — China put forward a working paper on November 30 for discussion among delegations, which is the first paper to be submitted by the five permanent member countries. In this paper, China … Continue reading

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Newsflash: Mexico Cedes on Submitting Own Working Paper

By TOYOKI NAKANISHI Published: December 1, 2009 LONDON – According to President Felipe Calderón, “We tried to submit ‘our’ paper. However, on Monday, we lived in ‘Mexican time’! Sometimes it happens!”  Currently they are in negotiations with China. “The point … Continue reading

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The Climate Change Agenda: ‘Politics as Usual’ or a Genuine Resolution?

 UN Photo/ Ryan Brown By NATASHA SCHOU Published: November 30, 2009 The 15th Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC (COP-15) at Copenhagen is set to be either a landmark meeting or another UN acronym we may later forget.  LONDON … Continue reading

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