India's commerce minister blames developed nations for environmental harm and calls for sustainable consumption.

At the CII Partnership Summit 2024, India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized that developed countries are primarily responsible for environmental damage due to their historical use of low-cost energy. Goyal called for a focus on sustainable consumption to reduce carbon footprints, stressing that environmental issues are more linked to consumption than manufacturing. He also highlighted the importance of inclusivity and energy in economic growth, while Israel's Minister of Economy and Industry noted growing economic ties between India and Israel.

December 02, 2024
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