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– Brazil: New bill threatens existing environmental protections and rights of communities (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News December 21, 2016

A new bill currently before the Brazilian Congress will create far greater flexibility regarding existing rules for environmental permits. The new bill would reduce social participation and weaken access to public information.
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