A switch is needed from unsustainable to sustainable patterns of development. The SWITCH ASIA programme was born out of this need. The programme focuses on sustainable consumption and production (SCP) and directly contributes to sustainable growth and the fight against poverty.

The State Council Information Office published on Wednesday a white paper entitled China s Policies and Actions for Addressing Climate Change. The document, composed of eight chapters, describes that China actively participates in worldwide efforts to address climate change, earnestly observes the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol, and plays a constructive role in international cooperation in this regard.

The 1st 10YFP draft prepared by the Marrakech Process Secretariat : UNDESA and UNEP is published on the Marrakech Process official website in September and looks for the inputs and comments for the next stages.

In the 3 successful days in Cebu, Philippines in 18~20 Setp. 2008, many wonderful speechs and presentaions had been given from policy makers, experts and representives from various organizations. Now these excellent presentations are available in the Green Growth Official website.

The draft law on recycling economy of China, made to boost sustainable development through energy saving and reduction of pollutant discharge, was deliberated for the first time by lawmakers on Sunday. The draft law was submitted to the 29th session of the Standing Committee of the National People s Congress (NPC), China s top legislature, for the first reading.

With the theme of Green Growth and Sustainable Consumption and Production for Climate Action, the 3rd policy consultation forum of SINGG was held in Mactan island, Cebu, Philippines in 18~21 September 2008. And this forum is held in parallel with the 8th APRSCP meeting.