Tehran knows that lifting sanctions will take time. The process of peeling back the thick web that has been imposed on Iran over many years will require decisions by multiple actors.
The continuing pursuit of ever more restrictive counterterrorism legislation may be generating negative impacts that weaken the global fight against terrorism.
The HLPF and SDG Summit are an opportune time to build on progress and to remind governments of their human rights commitments.
It’s likely that new partnerships, particularly those which bring business to the table, will be central to delivering the promise of the SDGs.
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