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“Sustainable development is not an option! It is the only path that allows all of humanity to share a decent life on this, one planet. Rio+20 gives our generation the opportunity to choose this path.”

Quote by Sha Zukang

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Sha Zukang is a distinguished Chinese diplomat, born on September 24, 1947. He has made substantial contributions to international relations and diplomacy, holding various key positions in the Chinese foreign ministry and shaping China's foreign policy. more

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