China: Over 100 nations to adopt ‘Kunming Declaration’ to boost biodiversity
14 October 2021 |
6:40 am
Amid an unprecedented extinction event, scientists have warned that protecting biodiversity is essential to protecting human life. However, experts are unsure whether China has the experience to lead a global effort.
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