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FRANCE:

Herve Ladsous said that the signing ceremony held in Paris exceeded all expectations. As a result of this Convention, donors can become true partners with the countries in need. France will make implementation of the Convention one of its priorities, with assistance committed to reducing the effects of desertification at FF$1 billion per year, plus a contribution to the GEF.