Expectations to produce a strong outcome document in Rio are still high, said Rio+20’s Secretary-General, Sha Zukang, adding that he remains optimistic that delegations will reach an agreement before tonight’s deadline. On Friday, the responsibility of the negotiations was handed over to the Brazilian Government, which has since presented a shorter consolidated text for countries to work on until tomorrow, 18 June. It will then be put forward for adoption by Member States when they meet from 20 to 22 June.