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What are China's emission goals?

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China pledges to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 7-10% from its peak by 2035, marking its first absolute reduction target. China previously aimed for net zero emissions by 2060.

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  • China pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 7 to 10 percent from its peak by 2035. 16s
  • This is the first time China has committed to an absolute reduction in emissions. 25s
  • US President Donald Trump rejected climate change and withdrew from the Paris Agreement. 1m 9s
  • UN Secretary-General called for more ambitious climate plans from all countries. 1m 32s
  • Environmental groups criticized the new pledges as insufficient to meet climate goals. 1m 56s
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China sets new emissions goals after Trump rejects climate change
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Reuters
2 hours ago
China sets new emissions goals after Trump rejects climate change

President Xi Jinping announces China will cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 7 to 10 percent from its peak by 2035.

China sets new emissions goals after Trump rejects climate change
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Reuters
2 hours ago
China sets new emissions goals after Trump rejects climate change

Many hoped China would announce a reduction target of at least 30 percent to align with its past goal of net zero emissions by 2060.

China makes landmark pledge to cut its climate emissions
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5 hours ago
China makes landmark pledge to cut its climate emissions

China pledges to cut emissions for the first time by 7-10% by 2035.

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