Progress since the Earth Summit
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The Pacific was well represented at the Summit by over 100 delegates, including nine heads of government. The preceding 18 months of preparation involved a considerable commitment and investment by the region and its partners in sustainable development (Miles 1992). Now, 18 months down the track, it is necessary to ask how this level of international attention and political commitment is affecting the path taken by Pacific island countries towards sustainable development.
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تاریخ انتشار 2004