China is ready to actively participate in international cooperation on
climate change in a responsible attitude, said Chinese State Councilor Tang
Jiaxuan in his talks with visiting British Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott
yesterday.
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.
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao is expected to meet with Prescott today.
