Hu calls for new vim to fight climate change

President Hu Jintao has pledged China will make greater contributions in the global battle against climate change.

Hu, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, called on developed countries to step up emission-reduction efforts, and provide financial and technical support for developing countries, Xinhua reported on Saturday.

"How we cope with climate change is related to the country's economic development and people's practical benefits. It's in line with the country's basic interests," he said at a Friday study session of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee.