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Partnership: Civil society forum outlines framework
The fifth Forum for the Future, co-chaired by the UAE and Japan, has brought out a document that outlines a framework of universal, democratic principles for strengthening the relationship between governments and civil society in the region.
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- Published: 00:11 October 20, 2008
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Abu Dhabi: The fifth Forum for the Future, co-chaired by the UAE and Japan, has brought out a document that outlines a framework of universal, democratic principles for strengthening the relationship between governments and civil society in the region.
The "partnership between G8, BMENA [Broader Middle East and North Africa]Governments, and Civil Society reflects meaningful contributions from governments and civil society leaders in the region, and represents an important benchmark for judging our progress," said Dr Anwar Mohammad Gargash, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
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