Australian PM to attend Cop26 in Glasgow but emissions deal with Coalition partner still weeks off
by Katharine Murphy Political editor from World news | The Guardian on (#5QQZE)
Scott Morrison says it is important' to be in Glasgow for climate conference but notes there is no agreement yet with the Nationals
The Australian prime minister, Scott Morrison, has confirmed he will attend the Cop26 conference in Glasgow in two weeks but has signalled it might take a fortnight, rather than days, to land an agreement with junior Coalition partner the Nationals on new climate policy initiatives.
Given the proximity of the United Nations-led summit, organisers have required nations, including Australia, to confirm their representation at the event so that speaking slots for leaders can be assigned.
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