Kevin Rudd faces backlash at COP15 as climate talks collapse
During COP15 in Copenhagen in 2009, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd aimed to address climate change but faced backlash from world leaders. His infamous comments about China were leaked, revealing deep frustrations over negotiations. Ultimately, COP15 ended without binding commitments, marking a significant downturn in Rudd's political tenure.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 01:55 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 02:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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