Australian government vows to cut emissions up to 28 per cent by 2030

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But green groups and analysts accuse Canberra of proposing 'weak target' that falls well short of international requirements

The Australian government today unveiled its planned emissions reduction targets for 2030, which it intends to submit to the UN ahead of this year's crucial climate summit, promising to cut emissions by...

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