1.   Richer countries must do more to cut back carbon emissions.

2.   Caring for AIDS patients could seriously stress economic resources even in richer countries.

3.   Richer countries had a special responsibility in view of the pressures their societies place on the global environment.

4.   They are demanding that richer countries cut back their carbon emissions to compensate.

5.   And almost none have access to the drugs that have helped control the infection in richer countries.

6.   As of now, the richer countries are obligated under the treaty and subsequent international policy decisions to take the first steps.

7.   Assuming that cultural sensitivities are reflected in laws about abortion, there is a remarkable divide between richer countries and poorer ones where abortion and its effects are concerned.

8.   Bank and fund officials say they are wary of a backlash against globalization that could undermine their political support in the richer countries that provide their money.