Big polluters accused of hiding behind climate treaties at landmark ICJ hearings
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Euronews.com
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The International Court of Justice is hearing submissions from over 100 countries regarding legal obligations related to climate change. Vanuatu, which initiated the request for an advisory opinion, argues that a few identifiable states are responsible for the climate crisis, while major polluters like Australia, the US, and China defend existing treaties like the Paris Agreement as sufficient. Vanuatu expresses disappointment in the responses from these countries, emphasizing the need for legal accountability beyond current treaties. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)