I do not want to dwell on the issue of climate change, since I know that is not the topic of this round table. But I would like to say that I do not believe we have done the best job we can in sharing with developing countries our views on climate change. I look forward to future opportunities to share with some of you how international activity in this area, such as the advancement of climate change technologies and know-how, can benefit all of our economies. The next round of climate change negotiations takes place this coming November in Buenos Aires, and it is my strong hope that at that meeting, many developing countries will join the international effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In closing, let me wish you all the best as you continue this series of round tables.
Governments have a significant role to play in environmental challenges.
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