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December 10, 2003

Rules of the game. The opening session is over - and so begins the first plenary session, where government representatives have 5 minutes to have their say.

On their screens they have a succession of coloured lights to let them know when their time is up. It was also explained that a different set of lights would work for observers (they only get three minutes.) The rules are spelt out very clearly - as if it matters...

As the first speaker on the stage, the Finnish President Ms Tarja Halonen, a deluge of guests rose from their seats and left the room (despite clear instructions not to leave seats) - including the President of Senegal, Mr Abdoulaye Wade, who left the room conspicuously surrounded by his grand entourage.

Daily Summit is sticking it out though and will bring you more.

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