Discussions over the two-days led to a rich exchange of experiences and ideas on ways to strengthen the role of the United Nations, establishing partnerships with governmental, intergovernmental and other organizations and groups, and working with civil society and media to heighten awareness and foster safety initiatives.

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Manaf's defection will undoubtedly heighten the awareness of the regime's security personnel.

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Mark Schonfeld, director of the New York office, said his group wanted to make a "broad sweep" of the companies that seem to be targeted in the e-mails and heighten public awareness.

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