In comparison, economically-developed countries show more willingness to invest in forest conservation,
as their industries rely less on natural resources and have become service-oriented.
To summarise, economic development and environmental protection are not
inimical, but
complementary. They are inextricably
intertwined, and can be promoted simultaneously.
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14.
centralise = concentrate
15.
in comparison = by comparison = by contrast
16.
inimical = contradictory = at odds = conflicting
17.
intertwine = interlink = interweave = interconnect
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Topic 54: Environmental problems are serious in many countries. It means that the only possible way to protect the environment is at an international level. To what extent do you agree or disagree