FROM THE FIELD
The G8 meeting has proved to be nothing but an exercise in escapism from responsibilities towards the world and its poor. G8 leaders have failed to put on the table any viable proposal and binding commitment to cut carbon emissions, finance adaptation to global warming, or ensure access to low carbon technology for sustained progress in developing countries. They have also stalled on their aid promises.[ Any views expressed in this article are those of the writer and not of Reuters. ]
[ Any views expressed in this article are those of the writer and not of Reuters. ]
