By BO LEUNG |
China Daily Global |
Updated: 2021-04-23 09:38
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Chinese artist and environmental activist Kong Ning unveils her latest gown collection, themed Kiss the Earth, on a Beijing street on Thursday street in support of Earth Day. ANDY WONG/AP
Chinese basketball star Yao Ming and other well-known personalities including actress Cate Blanchett and singer Shakira have signed an open letter calling on people across the world to unite in tackling the climate crisis before it is too late.
They are part of the Earthshot Prize Council, an annual environmental award launched in 2020 by Prince William and naturalist David Attenborough who are also on the list of signatories.