The Prime Minister was asked why a wealthy nation such as Australia could not commit to a more ambitious emissions reduction target than the already legislated 43 per cent.
Late last year the Labor Party passed its landmark Climate Change Bill which enshrines a 43 per cent emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050 into law.
Stream more Australian news with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2023 > Late last year the Labor Party passed its landmark Climate Change Bill which enshrines a 43 per cent emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050 into law. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Martin Ollman
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