71.   The richer northern countries along the Mediterranean should realize that their long-term stability and prosperity depend on steady economic development in the poorer south, officials said Friday.

72.   The theme of richer countries bullying poorer ones -- particularly on economic issues such as trade -- dominated the opening day of the summit.

73.   This has accelerated growth in many developing countries, particularly in Asia, and exposed the economies of richer countries to direct competition from countries with lower labour costs.