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In this task, you are given a sentence in English and your task is to translate it into Spanish. In translation, keep the numbers and capitalization (capitalize only the first word of each sentence and name).
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Better to heed calls to amend and improve existing legislation than to embark on new proposals.
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Es mejor hacer caso a las peticiones de modificación y mejora de la legislación vigente que lanzarse a formular nuevas propuestas.


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In 1996 it was 50%.
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En 1996 era del 50%.


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The recent negotiations are already an important step towards a permanent peace in the Middle East.
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Las recientes negociaciones constituyen ya un paso importante en dirección a una paz permanente en Oriente Medio.