U.S. and China Reach Carbon Cuts Agreement

The transcript discusses a historic climate deal between the US and China, where both nations commit to significant reductions in carbon emissions. The US aims to cut emissions by 26-28% below 2005 levels by 2025, while China sets a target to cap emissions by 2030. This agreement marks a milestone in US-China relations, despite ongoing disagreements on various issues. The summit also addressed topics like human rights, Hong Kong protests, cyber security, and trade, highlighting the complex dynamics between the two countries.

What makes the climate deal between the US and China historic?

• Both countries agreed to increase military cooperation.

• China set a target for capping emissions for the first time.

• The US agreed to increase its coal production.

• The deal was signed in Paris.

What was the previous target for US greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2020?

• 17% below 2005 levels

• 28% below 2005 levels

• 30% below 2005 levels

• 26% below 2005 levels

What is a significant challenge in US-China relations?

• Cultural differences

• Military conflicts

• Disagreements on human rights

• Lack of trade agreements

What was one of the topics discussed related to Hong Kong?

• Military intervention

• Economic sanctions

• Transparent and fair elections

• Tourism development

Which global issue was NOT mentioned as a topic of discussion during the summit?

• Terrorism

• Space exploration

• Ebola

• Cybersecurity