Business leaders call for global warming action

TOKYO (AP)

Nothing less than a rapid and fundamental strategy to reach a low-carbon world economy is needed,” said the proposal, which was backed by 99 CEOs of global companies.

While the world’s richest countries should take the lead, emerging economies such as China and India will also have to be part of the reduction strategy in the long-term, the group said.

“Those countries who are currently developing fast will not be able to avoid their future responsibilities,” the proposal said.

Associated Press