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Land tenure supports sustainable development - NR fact sheet

Year of publication 2008

Pages 2

Product type Document

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) Throughout the rural world, land provides a primary source of income, food security, cultural identity and shelter. It also serves as a fundamental asset for the economic empowerment of the poor and provides a safety net in times of hardship.

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