Vanuatu has opened proceedings in a landmark climate case brought before the UN's top court, arguing international law and the warming of the atmosphere demands broader action.
The Pacific state is leading two weeks of hearings at the International Court of Justice, beginning Monday, seeking an formal advisory opinion on whether high-emitting countries should do more to stave off climate catastrophe.
Vanuatu's climate envoy Ralph Regenvanu, who has led the Melanesian country's advocacy, said the stakes could not be higher.
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