Rich:
The
short answer is no. North and South both have balanced or semi-balanced
distribution. They have a combined 33 hcp. Those factors justify bidding to
6NT, but not 7NT. In the absence of a long, running suit, the partnership
should not bid 7NT without at least 37 hcp.
Note
that the hand makes 7NT only because of the highly favorable diamond position
(queen-third on side).
I would recommend against bidding these cards to the 7 Clubs
also. Notice, however, that 7 Clubs has a significantly better chance than 7
NT. That’s because with clubs as trump, the diamond suit can be established
with the aid of a ruff whenever either opponent has queen-third.
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