| 1 | One of the most troubling of these problems is the impact of race on jury selection. | |
| 2 | China uncharacteristically flexed its muscle early on last week with a call for a merit-based, transparent selection process. Brazil, South Africa and Mexico echoed that call. | |
| 3 | The report also recommends the establishment of formal procedures regarding the scope and planning of examinations and the selection of staff for specific investigations. | |
| 4 | The council is independent of the UN, and has the capacity to select from among the world's top academics. | |
| 5 | Students from different parts of the world apply online to participate in the competition and are selected based on their interest and expertise. |