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IN THE CORRIDORS

NGO reaction varied to news that the Ministerial Round Table will remain closed to observers and the press. Some business NGOs expressed mild concern that the Round Table, which will be opened to all heads of delegations regardless of rank, will result in a de facto Plenary with no opportunity for outside input. Many environmental NGOs said they had not sought entry, in hopes a closed door session would produce tangible progress. Some NGOs of both camps voiced concern on setting a precedent.