International: Map & Factsheet: "The World's Abortion Laws"
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Centre for Reproductive Rights Currently, over 60% of the world's people live in countries where induced abortion is permitted either for a wide range. In contrast, about 26% of all people reside in countries where abortion is generally prohibited.
Submitted on Wed, 11/21/2007 - 01:00
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