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6 years ago
The commas that cost companies millions.
“The Parties have a right to, and should, promote sustainable development.”
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“The Parties have a right to, and should promote, sustainable development.”
Some countries weren’t happy with the original wording because they didn’t necessarily want to be locked into promoting sustainable development. Moving the comma kept the naysayers happy while placating those who wanted stronger action.