Human rights based approach to recovery from the global economic and financial crises, with a focus on those living in poverty 2011, para. 85
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Enhancing regulation requires States to take collective action and to provide international assistance and cooperation (see paragraphs 94-99 below). It is critically important that States reach a consensus on regulatory actions to improve the functioning and transparency of financial commodity markets in order to curb financial speculation and excessive commodity price volatility, which directly affect the enjoyment of the right to food by those living in poverty.
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Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights