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A recurring theme in Lloyd's critique is the role of developing countries, particularly China. Despite promises to peak emissions in the future, China's rapidly expanding economy and emissions profile diminish the impact of Australia's efforts. "Actions by Australia are almost meaningless on the global scale," Lloyd asserts, describing Australia's role as largely symbolic—a gesture of good faith rather than a solution to the climate crisis.
This raises broader questions about the fairness and practicality of global climate targets, especially when major emitters outside of developed nations do not face the same immediate obligations.