bush continues to let the rest of the world surpass us in every way

U.S. rejects EU emission reductions

BERLIN - The United States rejects the European Union's all-encompassing target on reduction of carbon emissions, President Bush's environmental adviser said Tuesday.

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EU, Asia set 2009 climate pact deadline

HAMBURG, Germany - European and Asian foreign ministers agreed to set a 2009 deadline to complete negotiations on a new international climate change pact to limit greenhouse gases, diplomats said Tuesday.

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