Top Chinese official warns pollution harms growth prospects

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Environment Minister joins growing numbers of senior government figures calling for more sustainable development

The Chinese government has again signaled that its upcoming five year plan will incorporate tough new environmental rules and increased investment in clean technology after the nation's environment minister...

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