Obama vows climate ‘engagement’
US President-elect Barack Obama promises to “engage vigorously” on climate change, ahead of a major UN summit.
Japan approves whalemeat import
The Japanese government issues a licence for importation of a consignment of whalemeat from Iceland and Norway.
Whalers slip out of Japanese port
Japan’s factory whaling ship reportedly leaves port without fanfare on a seasonal hunt, following protests last year.