China is ready to actively participate in international
cooperation on climate change in a responsible attitude, said State
Councilor Tang Jiaxuan in his talks with visiting British Deputy
Prime Minister John Prescott on Monday.
Tang said the issue on climate change needs joint efforts from
around the world, urging developed nations to transfer technology
to developing countries in a more open attitude "in a bid to
improve global capability to tackle climate change."
"The Chinese government attaches great importance to the climate
change issue, and will be guided by the scientific concept on
development and follow new industrialization path to achieve
coordinated development between economy and population, resources
and environment," said Tang.
The two countries signed a memorandum of understanding on
education and scientific research after the talks.
Prescott arrived in Shanghai last Thursday, starting his
weeklong China tour with issues on environmental protection and
climate change on top agenda.
Premier Wen Jiabao is expected to meet with Prescott on
Tuesday.
(Xinhua News Agency April 24, 2007)
