He said that to adapt to climate change, China has made continued efforts to strengthen adaptation capacities in the fields of agriculture, natural and ecological systems and water resources.

"We place great importance on disaster prevention and reduction and minimizing the losses caused by disastrous weather conditions and extreme climate events," said the Chinese president.

Hu pointed out that China will, in accordance with the requirements of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and its Kyoto Protocol and the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, actively promote negotiations on the implementation of the Bali Road Map and make a greater contribution to international cooperation on climate change.

"China is ready to work unremittingly with the rest of the international community to achieve harmonious, clean and sustainable development in the world," he said.

(Xinhua News Agency July 9, 2008)