Chinese government creates environmental “super ministry.”
The Chinese government recently reorganized its bureaucratic structure by creating five “super ministries,” one of which is dedicated specifically to the environment. This news is being interpreted as a sign of greater commitment by the communist party towards the environment. Prior to this reorganization, the government’s environmental policy did not have full ministry status, and therefore often didn’t have the clout necessary to effect change throughout the country.
Of course, China’s commitment to green development is integral to the health of the planet. As that country develops, it is clear that should they take the same path as already developed nations, the planet would suffer immensely. For example, America has approximately 300 million citizens versus China’s 1.3 billion. Yet it was only recently that the United States was passed by China in overall greenhouse gas emissions. Given that China has four times the population and relatively recently began industrial development, it is imperative that China implements pro-environmental policies. Hopefully they will learn from the other industrialized nations many mistakes. Maybe their governmental reorganization is a recognition of this fact?
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maaaa-aaags on
Thu, 13th Mar 2008 9:55 pm
Im not so sure….but I hope what you are saying is true. China has always wanted to take the lead, so lets hope this is an area they are genuine about, and this isnt just another ploy by a nation to look “good” in the eyes of others…..
Have you been to china? Im not quite sure after visiting…but lets be optimistic while we still can.
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