Contents

Foreword
Acknowledgements
Acronyms and abbreviations
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Introduction and purpose of this guide
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PART ONE
BACKGROUND: THE RIGHT TO FOOD IN INTERNATIONAL LAW
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PART TWO
CONSTITUTIONAL RECOGNITION
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PART THREE
FRAMEWORK LAW
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PART FOUR
SECTORAL COMPATIBILITY REVIEW
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Conclusion
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