INDONESIA has struck out at developed countries for presenting "empty propaganda" during climate change negotiations in Bali and stalling proposals to pay to protect the world's forests.
The head of the Indonesian delegation, Emil Salim, launched the attack yesterday, when Indonesia released its proposal to reduce its emissions from forestry, which account for about 8 per cent of the world's greenhouse emissions.
"When it comes to the negotiating table here in Bali, they only come with promises," Mr Salim said. "When it comes to the negotiating table here in Bali, developed countries are stingy.
"Where are you?" Mr Salim asked of Australia, the United States and Britain.
Indonesia's Forestry Minister, Malam Kaban, yesterday said his country could expect "big payments" from the scheme, as much as $US10 billion ($11.48 billion).
