It is also in conformity with UNESCO's objectives of promoting and disseminating development oriented content material in local languages, as well as the popularisation of scientific and technical information in pursuit of the MDGs.

UNESCO: Communication and Information

While allocations to bonds may vary based upon market conditions and investor objectives and risk appetites, bonds (or other fixed income-oriented strategies) can typically find a home in most investment portfolios throughout most market cycles.

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