Noua Zeelandă interzice procesele climatice contra marilor companii / ”Dacă Parlamentul poate anula un proces aflat în desfășurare, atunci nicio pretenție juridică nu mai este sigură”

New Zealand's Parliament has passed a controversial law that prevents lawsuits against major companies for environmental damages. The legislation aims to protect climate policies and business confidence, according to the government. This law was introduced in response to a lawsuit by Māori activist Michael Smith against six major companies for their role in climate change. Critics argue it undermines democracy and sets a dangerous precedent for judicial intervention. The Green Party opposed the change, claiming it favors polluters over public interest. An independent climate commission warned that current government policies may hinder emission reduction goals.