Russian cabinet approves Kyoto Protocol; gives agreement big boost
Published:
1 October 2004 y., Friday
The Russian cabinet on Thursday approved the Kyoto Protocol in a crucial step that could bring the long-delayed climate change treaty into worldwide effect within months.
But many Russian officials remain opposed to the treaty. Prime Minister Mikhail Fradkov, on a trip to the Netherlands, said he expected "difficult debate" when parliament meets - possibly before the end of the year - to decide on final ratification.
President Vladimir Putin's economic adviser, Andrei Illarionov, lamented "a political decision that will damage national interests in many areas," ITAR-Tass news agency reported.
The 1997 Kyoto Protocol seeks to reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, widely seen as a key factor behind global warming.
Without Russia's support, the pact - which has been rejected by the United States - cannot come into effect. It needs the support of 55 industrialized countries accounting for at least 55 per cent of global emissions in 1990.
Canada and most European countries have ratified the accord.
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