G8-SUMMIT

The G8 Summit, hosted by Germany, focuses on global warming. President Bush proposes a plan for emissions cuts, criticized for lacking detail and bypassing UN mechanisms. Merkel seeks a binding climate pact, while China and India are hesitant to compromise economic growth. The summit marks Sarkozy's first and Blair's last, with attention on Putin's missile threat in response to US defense plans. Aid to developing countries is overshadowed by climate and defense discussions.

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