Wednesday saw a resolution being passed by China's legislature, reflecting its interest in “actively dealing with climate change”, by determining news laws and tightening controls over greenhouse emissions.

It should be noted that the country’s efforts to deal with global warming would be increased via this resolution, which was endorsed at the end of a four-day session by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. But the new ground is not broken by the legislation from China's previous statements on climate change.

“China has sought to stake out its position ahead of a major climate change conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, at the end of the year at which nations will seek to create a global framework for curbing the greenhouse gases that are causing climate change,” said a source.

China has taken on the position of the largest emitter of greenhouse gases worldwide recently, after surpassing the US. Both the nations contribute for 40% of the world's total greenhouse gas emissions.

A cap on its emissions has yet not been set by China, as it feels that it should first be imposed by the developed countries, which are responsible for the bulk of the mammoth buildup in greenhouse gases.

The resolution specified that a prominent role will be played by China in international conferences and negotiations on climate change.

Furthermore, it also highlighted China's position under which developed nations should be the first ones to set clear targets in decreasing carbon dioxide emissions and aid developing countries with funds and technology transfers.