Just over three years after Russia ratified the Kyoto Protocol and in effect, bringing it into force, Australia ratifies it.
SYDNEY (Thomson Financial) – Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd said Monday he has ratified the Kyoto Protocol on climate change in his first official act after being sworn in as leader.
‘Today I have signed the instrument of ratification of the Kyoto Protocol,’ Rudd said in a statement.
‘This is the first official act of the new Australian government, demonstrating my government’s commitment to tackling climate change.’ [Australian PM ratifies Kyoto Protocol. Forbes. December 3 2007]
And as stated yesterday, the Bali Summit opens today.
