From a speech in Indonesia:
There has been a great deal of media attention based on statements from those who propose restricting imports based on carbon intensity of production methods. This is the wrong action at wrong time. Restricting imports easily leads to covert protectionism, undermining both environment and economic objectives – and it is not a path towards sustainable development.
All countries need to act to address climate change but trade restrictions to seek to force action can backfire and lead to tit-for-tat trade restrictions that can negatively impact global economic growth while accomplishing nothing in advancing climate change objectives.
She is not a fan.
