Absence of Action in Institutional Writing
Let’s look at an example that you are more likely to see in the context of the World Bank. This paragraph employs exactly the same poor techniques of noun-based writing and passive voice. Click on the buttons to see the problems and to show a suggested revision.
Provisions to secure further funding are being made on the part of Country X, which has conducted a meeting with Country Y to revitalize the project. So far, Country Y has formed an agreement to deliver supplies while Country X will secure the appointment of a team to perform an evaluation of the project. Further meetings will be carried out to ensure continuation of the project according to schedule. These efforts will be made with the full participation of both countries until the project goals have been achieved. |
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