Andrew Hastie shook hands with fellow net-zero opponent James Paterson after the party room meeting. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS

The Liberals are closing in on an official position on climate change and energy after marathon talks, with a majority of members opposing any ongoing commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.

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The nearly five-hour-long meeting heard "very passionate" contributions for and against the climate target, opposition energy spokesman Dan Tehan said.

The talks concluded with MPs and senators agreeing to 10 key principles that will guide their approach to climat

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