There is no sense in trying to help developing nations develop their capacity and build their economic viability if you don't give them markets.
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I think the immediate needs of HIPC, subject to the passage by the U.S. Congress of the U.S. contribution, are probably met, ... I think the 2.6 billion to 2.8 billion target is achievable, and then we will need to consider funding the rest of it.
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