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In practice, this means that each party is granted the same number of representatives or votes on a governing body, committee, or during negotiations, regardless of their size or stake. This clause is particularly useful in joint ventures or partnerships where fairness and balanced influence are important, as it prevents any single party from dominating decisions and promotes collaborative governance."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}