PGMA, 44 other leaders from Asia, Europe adopt declaration on sustainable development
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, together with 44 other leaders from Asia and Europe who participated in the 7th Asia-Europe Meeting in Beijing, China; adopted the “Beijing Declaration on Sustainable Development.”
The world leaders met to discuss measures that will strengthen further their partnership as well as issues of common interest.
This year’s summit was focused on the current financial crisis, food security, climate change and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
The Leaders, in adopting the Beijing Declaration, agreed that sustainable development is the solution to all these concerns. (PIA/Bohol)
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