Human rights based approach to recovery from the global economic and financial crises, with a focus on those living in poverty 2011, para. 99
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In their negotiations and agreements with international financial institutions, States' obligations under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights should be taken into account to ensure that economic, social and cultural rights are not undermined. In the context of responding to the crises, States must take care not to agree to loan conditions that might compromise their ability to meet their obligations regarding the realization of human rights.
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Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights