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“Ensuring the access of all citizens to government information and to essential information for human development is a must for every democratic society.”

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Koichiro Matsuura

Koichiro Matsuura is an accomplished diplomat, born on September 29, 1937. He has extensive experience and notable achievements in the field of international diplomacy, serving in several key positions. more

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