Tuvalu is calling for a discussion on what form the final deal from Copenhagen will take.

The small island state has put forward a proposal for a new protocol – in addition to the Kyoto Protocol – to include commitments from the US as well as other issues such as adaptation and finance.

Tuvalu’s stance is being supported by sub-Saharan Africa and the small island states, which have made passionate and powerful statements about the catastrophic impact of climate change on their people.