G8 summit begins on the same day as the Tanabata festival, when citizens write their wishes on pieces of paper and hang them from Bamboo trees.





Our climate hangs in the balance at the 2008 G8 Summit. Rich countries need to commit now to mid-term targets to cut emissions. Scientists agree these targets are critical to avoid climate catastrophe. Everyone is looking to Summit chair Japan for bold leadership to ensure rich nations make progress.



Avaaz will attend the July 7th Summit to deliver a worldwide public outcry to G8 leaders for strong climate commitments. This is our chance to urge rich country leaders for bold action on climate change. We don’t have a moment to spare -- sign the petition now!



**UPDATE** On Wednesday, June 18, Avaaz and our friends at GCAP delivered a worldwide public outcry for strong G8 climate commitments to Japanese PM, Yasuo Fukuda. See the photo below -- the campaign goes on!