On the recordJune 3, 2009
As the chairman has pointed out, China's actions are critical to the success of any global effort to meaningfully reduce carbon emissions.
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congress.govAs the chairman has pointed out, China's actions are critical to the success of any global effort to meaningfully reduce carbon emissions.
Lugar emphasizes China's key role in global climate change efforts.
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