The global conf on desertification finished its work Saturday in Brazil. Proponents of the initiative feel that new approaches are needed after 16 years of failed peace efforts.
Opponents warn that it violates core neutrality principles of humanitarian action.
Last week a resolution urging access to humanitarian aid in the Sudan was passed by the UN Gen Assembly. Most agricultural production was lost. NEXT WEEK after the Chechen Capital has depopulated as a result of bombing which killed several hundred more residents in recent days. Much hope then has been placed on democracy initiatives as a possible solution to protracted complex emergencies. Ghana, Namibia, South Africa are discussed in some depth.