Head Of Philippine Team At Warsaw Climate Talks Will Fast Untiil "Meaningful Action" Happens [View all]

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The head of the Philippines delegation at UN climate talks in Poland has said he will stop eating until participants make "meaningful" progress.

In an emotional speech, Yeb Sano linked the "staggering" devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan to a changing climate.

Mr Sano said he was speaking on behalf of those who lost their lives in the storm and his fast would last until "we stop this madness".

His speech brought tears to the eyes of other delegates and a standing ovation. Mr Sano said the typhoon had made land near his home area, and he had just had word that members of his family had survived.

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