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As defined in Article 21, paragraph 5(a) of the UNCCD, and in Decisions 11/COP.1, 24/COP.1 (Annex), and 25/COP.1, one of the tasks of the GM is to collect and disseminate information.
The GM web site, www.global-mechanism.org, and all pages in its domain (together, the "GM Web Site") is part of this process.
In order to protect the interests of the GM when the GM Web Site is used, this disclaimer shall be applied and respected by all Users.
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