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“It is a set of policies formulated between 15th and 19th streets by the U.S. Treasury, and World Bank. Countries should focus on stabilization, liberalization, privatization.”

Joseph Stiglitz

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You, of Canada, are building a magnificent record of achievement. My country rejoices in it.

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