11. It appears unlikely that the U.N. would consider making such a move. 12. Such a move is rare, but not unprecedented. 13. South Africa was expected to apply for readmission, but withdrew after the Organization for African Unity had indicated that such a move was premature. 14. After the talks Goh said that the Sultan had shown considerable interest in joining the FPDA, and that Singapore would welcome and support such a move. 15. However, he then backed down in the face of sustained UDF opposition to such a move. 16. He reached the conclusion that such a move would be relatively simple, on the grounds that the two organizations had much in common. 17. Critics of the plan, including World Wide Fund for Nature experts, argue that such a move would only expose the rhinos to greater danger. 18. Such a move would be likely to draw consumer boycotts of Icelandic products from anti-whaling nations, and the possibility of economic sanctions under US law. 19. Such a move was considered by the government but rejected after protests from the tourist industry and local people. |