RE: China28 Sep 2021 10:31
This was a pre-recorded announcement carefully worded by China.
Please note the wording from the headline. ‘New’ it is consistent throughout announcement not sure how much clearer it can be.
‘Big line in the sand’: China promises no NEW coal-fired power projects abroad
“China will step up support for other developing countries in developing green and low-carbon energy, and will not build NEW coal-fired power projects abroad,” Xi told the world body.
“Many questions can be asked about the announcement, including whether it will be implemented immediately, does it include only financing or also construction, does it apply to state actors only.
Even the director of China programs needs clarification. Why? Because China will continue to develop as they NEED Coal.
Scott Moore, the director of China Programs and Strategic Initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania, also called for more detail.
GLA