Illegal Logging
Dec 13 2007, Urvashi

A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the United States and China to stop illegal logging. The memorandum is aimed at fighting deforestation, fight climate change and preserve wildlife.

Illegal logging is the harvest,...

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