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OHCHR Press Conference
21 September 2011
Press Conference Announcement
Report: Extractive industries operating within or near indigenous territories Country visits Discussion of his vision as Special Rapporteur and future work Mr. James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples
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OHCHR Press Conference
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