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<title><![CDATA[Saks Fifth Avenue to launch holiday season with Swarovski]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Saks Fifth Avenue will host its first ever &#039;winter wonderland&#039; event in partnership with Swarovski, with a magical unveiling set to illuminate the entire Dubai store in crystals for the season. 
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<title><![CDATA[Emirates Computers to equip BMW&#039;s new showroom]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Emirates Computers announced that it has signed a contract with Emirates Technical Associates M&amp;E to install the latest IT infrastructure for BMW&#039;s newest showroom. 

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<title><![CDATA[League of Arab States and Microsoft announce launch of Arab Intellectual Property Centre]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[JORDAN. The site aims to provide the Arab region with assistance in its efforts to promote the protection of intellectual property by providing a central database on intellectual property and internet crime issues within the region]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Smartrac selected as inlay supplier for ticketing projects in Seville and Riga]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Smartrac announced that it has been selected as the supplier of contactless RFID inlays for the public transportation ticketing projects in Seville, Spain, and Riga, Latvia. 

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<title><![CDATA[Lucky monthly winners take home a kilogram of gold in du&#039;s &#039;SMS Gold Challenge&#039;]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Two lucky contestants have taken home one kilogram of gold each as the first and second monthly winners of du&#039;s interactive &#039;SMS Gold Challenge&#039; contest. 

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<title><![CDATA[Automobile Lamborghini revs-up the ante for luxury comunication instruments ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. TAG Heuer&#039;s limited-edition MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini mobile phone was launched yesterday at the Dubai Mall by Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of Tag Heuer and UAE desert rally champion Mohammed Ben Sulayem.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Samsung &#039;Star&#039; mobile phone surpass 10 million units at record speed]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The Star, launched in May, reached this sales milestone faster than any other mobile phone in Samsung&#039;s history.

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<title><![CDATA[Interiors UAE 2010 adopts theme of high fashion]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Interiors UAE will explore the increasing influence of high fashion and its fusion with traditional and contemporary interiors on 29 - 31 March 2010.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GE applauds US-UAE civilian nuclear energy cooperation agreement]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41753</link>
<description><![CDATA[GE has actively supported the historic US-UAE agreement, which has been praised for its non-proliferation provisions that create a model for other countries in the region and around the world.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motorola MC3100 raises bar for mid-range mobile computing ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL.  Motorola, Inc. has announced the new MC3100 series of mobile computers - offering advanced computing power, industry-leading data capture options, enterprise-class motion sensing capabilities.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Oil and gas enterprises improve business performance with Windows 7 and Windows server 2008 ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. European firms adopt new Microsoft desktop and server platforms to  improve employee productivity and their capacity for innovation.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Motorola surpasses one million on-demand video streams]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Motorola has announced a recent milestone in its drive to accelerate the delivery of personalised media experiences - with the shipment of more than one million on-demand video streams worldwide. 

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<title><![CDATA[Chevron hosts Saudi and Kuwaiti senior petroleum officials]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL.  The three-year project could potentially lead to full-field steamflooding of the reservoir, marking the first commercial application of a conventional steamflood in a carbonate reservoir anywhere in the world.  

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<title><![CDATA[International Finance Corporation lists its first Sukuk on NASDAQ Dubai]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41722</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Jeff Singer, chief executive of Nasdaq Dubai, said the launch of the IFC&#039;s and the World Bank&#039;s first Sukuk and its listing on Nasdaq Dubai are a significant step in the continuing integration of Islamic finance into the global financial system. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Ciena enters Middle East region]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Ciena Corporation has commenced operations in the Middle East region, with Mashood Ahmad heading up the activity as Regional Managing Director.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company 
showcases venue enhancements ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. ADNEC was at the recently concluded ITB Asia expo in Singapore (21 - 23 October), joining the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority and other key organisations from Abu Dhabi. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ENOC hosts regional conference on Environment, Safety and Health ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Given the focus on professional development, this year ENOC joined hands with the American Society of Safety Engineers.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etisalat participates at GASCO IT Exhibition ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE.  Etisalat today announced its participation at the first ever IT  Exhibition conducted by GASCO in Abu Dhabi which took place from 1-3 November 2009.  ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rawaj International wins Turkish Airlines PR Account]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Turkish Airlines has appointed Rawaj International to manage its public relations in the UAE, a main destination for the carrier.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[AT&amp;T global network extended to Kuwait ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. The node, deployed in Kuwait City, will provide AT&amp;T&#039;s global customers with improved connectivity in the Middle East and allow local Kuwaiti companies better access to global markets via AT&amp;T&#039;s worldwide network.
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<title><![CDATA[Alfardan Premier Motors blazes a trail at Sony Ericsson Championships Doha 2009 ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[QATAR. has earned the appreciation of players and staff at the recently concluded Sony Ericsson Championship Doha 2009 as official transport provider.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[BankMuscat partners with HP and Avaya]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[OMAN. BankMuscat has selected HP and Avaya to meet its growth objectives by consolidating its existing disparate technology infrastructure into an integrated and unified business system. 

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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Airways launches flight to India]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Etihad is the first airline to operate flights between Abu Dhabi and the state capital of Andhra Pradesh. Initially operating four flights a week, Etihad will increase to daily from the start of 2010
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<title><![CDATA[AllWorld Network convenes summit of entrepreneurs]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. AllWorld Network kicked off the convening of its first summit to accelerating growth entrepreneurship in the Middle East and Africa. 
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<title><![CDATA[Sheikh Saud opens US$27.25 million glass processing facility in Ras Al Khaimah]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41709</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The high-value project, which spans four plots and occupies a total area of 280,000 square metres underscores the sustained influx of high-stakes investments into the emirate. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[British business demonstrates strong interest in the UAE]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Lloyds TSB Middle East travelled to the UK with the British Embassy&#039;s UK Trade and Investment team to advise businesses with an interest in working in the UAE.  
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<title><![CDATA[Six Senses Spa to open at The Baglioni Marrakech, Morocco]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[MOROCCO. Morocco&#039;s first Six Senses Spa is set to create a new benchmark of luxury and wellness in the region by combining contemporary Moroccan architecture and cutting-edge spa design with unique and enriching wellness experiences designed to balance the senses. 

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<title><![CDATA[SAP unveils vision for the clear enterprise to Middle East business leaders]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Organisations in the Middle East wanting to achieve short and long-term profitability must holistically manage economic, social and environmental opportunities - that was the message delivered today by Jos&Atilde;&copy; Duarte, president of SAP EMEA.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Qtel wins Corporate Treasury Deal of the year in Middle East]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[QATAR. One of the special features of the &#039;Deals of the Year&#039; awards is that they are chosen by treasurers and treasury practitioners to recognise the achievements of international companies. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Pros join Etihad to launch Junior Rugby schools]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Young rugby players received a very special rugby training session today from Jason Leonard, one of most famous names in international rugby, and Jordan Turner-Hall.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sage Software inks strategic partners with Dubai-based ITE Distribution]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41677</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Under the terms of the contract, ITE will handle all distribution activities for both products - from launches, stocking of supplies, in-store merchandise, product display, to appointment and development of resellers. 

 
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<title><![CDATA[GE employees rally around healthymagination commitment ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. GE employees around the world took a timeout to focus on their own health and wellness as part of a larger internal commitment to GE&#039;s healthymagination initiative. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[EMC  receives  &#039;Strong Positive&#039; rating in leading analyst Firms]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41678</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. EMC Corporation today announced that EMC received a &#039;Strong Positive&#039; rating in Gartner&#039;s report entitled &#039;MarketScope for storage services, North America, 2009.&#039;]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[du to launch Facebook Mobile Texts for users in UAE]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. du has become the first UAE telecom provider to bring Facebook Mobile Texts to its users, giving them easy access to the wide range of unique communication options offered by Facebook.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Kuwait International Bank improves financial crime prevention with Complinet]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41691</link>
<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. The Complinet sanctions, enforcements and politically exposed persons data feed integrates and automatically downloads into the bank&#039;s AML system, inproving their ability to detect money laundering and fraud, and reduce risk.

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<title><![CDATA[GAC Jordan reports 55% increase in Aqaba Port RoRo volumes]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41688</link>
<description><![CDATA[JORDAN. GAC Jordan has issued an internal report revealing a 55% increase in RoRo cargo arriving in Aqaba during the first half of 2009 in comparison to last year. 

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<title><![CDATA[Borse Dubai International Investor Conference launches in New York]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41686</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The Borse Dubai International Investor Conference New York 2009 has opened, co-hosted by Dubai Financial Market and NASDAQ Dubai, in cooperation with Citigroup Global Markets and Goldman Sachs. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Noor Takaful launches region&#039;s first online Islamic insurance service]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41683</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The service provides a quick and complete insurance solution from beginning to end, from obtaining an online instant quote to purchasing online insurance and delivery of policy cover.

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<title><![CDATA[Site visits to Hydra Village shows off progress to investors]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Most of Hydra&#039;s investors took the opportunity to combine their visit to the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with a progress update and site visit to Hydra Village. 
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<title><![CDATA[Etisala launches broadband &#039;IBSAR&#039; software bundle]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41674</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. IBSAR solution, is a customised application for special needs customers that allows written text to be read out loud in English or Arabic, thereby, assisting the visually impaired.  



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<title><![CDATA[SAP appoints Managing Director ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41670</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. SAP AG today announced the appointment of Abdul-Raheem Bawazeer as Managing Director for SAP in Saudi Arabia.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Formula 1 star Paul Belmondo new brand ambassador for SAINT HONORE]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. SAINT HONORE announced the signing of former French Formula one star and actor Paul Belmondo as a brand ambassador to endorse its range of products creating an association with the world of racing.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Knowledge Village to be strategic partner for sixth Middle East HR Summit]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41665</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The summit will offer insights and practical recommendations identifying key trends in Human Resources Management and Human Resources Development that will further help develop the regional talent pool.&#039;

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<title><![CDATA[Evian teams with designer Paul Smith for limited edition bottle]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The style of a design icon and the youthful spirit of Evian have merged this season to create a vivacious bottle for the 2010 limited edition.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Emirates Post opens new post-office in DIFC]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41658</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The post office offers all basic postal and non-postal services, and also has 450 Post Office Boxes, which can be rented by Dubai International Financial Centre companies.  ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Egyptian Arab Land Bank installs latest technology at ATMs to protect customers]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[EGYPT. The Egyptian Arab Land Bank has installed the latest high-tech security and control monitors from NCR Corporation to ensure enhanced security for its customers when withdrawing money.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Royal Jordanian partners with Amadeus ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41656</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Royal Jordanian will adopt the full Amadeus Alt&Atilde;&copy;a Customer Management and ecommerce suite of solutions.  

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<title><![CDATA[Tekla&#039;s BIM Solution creates world&#039;s most inclined tower]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41654</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Tekla has announced that its Structures BIM software has been used to design Capital Gate, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company gravity-defying tower in the UAE capital. 

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<title><![CDATA[Tag Heuer opens first boutique in Abu Dhabi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41652</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The opening of the new boutique, the third in the UAE marks the brands continued expansion plans in the region. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Thomson Reuters expands Middle East headquarters]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41647</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Thomson Reuters today officially opened its expanded and refurbished Middle East and Africa headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates after a year of significant hiring to support its Middle East and African operations.

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<title><![CDATA[Successful end to Kia 2009 Road Show]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Kia is hailing the 2009 Road Show a success after over 350 fans and enthusiasts took part, test drove and experienced the full capabilities of Kia&#039;s popular vehicles on the nationwide tour.  

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<title><![CDATA[Staybridge Suites opens its doors to Abu Dhabi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41630</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. InterContinental Hotels Group opened two new hotels in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi - a Crowne Plaza hotel and Staybridge Suites, its first extended stay property in the Gulf.

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<title><![CDATA[ICDL and ictQATAR solidify their partnership with a 3 years road map]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41640</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Partnership initially targets 33,400 specific grade-level public servants and educators to acquire ICDL certification by 2012.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saxo Bank Dubai Participates at the 5th Middle East Forex Trading Expo]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41642</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Saxo Bank launched its operation in Dubai earlier this year will be co-sponsoring and participating at the 5th Middle East Forex Trading Expo and Conference 2009 which will be held at Emirates towers on the 17-18 November. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Zurich Insurance Company appoints Regional Manager]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41638</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. ZIC has reiterated its dedication to Middle East energy insurance programmes with news of the appointment of Michael Morgan as Regional Manager, Global Energy, Global Corporate in the Middle East.

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<title><![CDATA[Audi launches extended warranty for Middle East]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41636</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Audi Middle East has announced the introduction of two extended warranty packages for the GCC and Levant under the name of Audi warranty plus. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi Airports Company reveals its &#039;Shop-Dine-Unwind&#039; concept at &#039;Leaders in Luxury&#039; conference]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41633</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Shop-Dine-Unwind is a unique combination of fine dining and luxury shopping in an opulent and comfortable setting at Abu Dhabi International Airport&#039;s Terminal 3.

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<title><![CDATA[International Oil &amp; Gas leaders gather in Saudi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41632</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. The 2nd Saudi Arabian Oil &amp; Gas Exhibition &amp; Conference  was officially inaugurated today by Zareb bin Sa&#039;eed Al Qahtani, Deputy Governor of the Eastern Province. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Gargash enterprises introduces the new Mercedes S-Class 2010 Model ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41631</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai became part of an elite group of cities that was among the first to launch the remarkable new Mercedes -Benz S-Class at an exclusive and high profile event hosted by Gargash Enterprises.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ACM Middle East announces capital hike to US$27.25 million]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41624</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. ACM Middle East and Asia CEO Saber Daboussi announced that shareholders of the Swiss-based leading online currency trading firm have endorsed an additional capital raise of US$27.25 million during their latest general assembly. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[AL-Baddad International finishes Formula One project in Abu-Dhabi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41584</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Al-Baddad International ends the formula one project in project in a distinctive and a professional manner as the Marsa Yas Arena  is now ready to host spectators from around the world. 

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<title><![CDATA[50% of IBQ customers now bank online
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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41614</link>
<description><![CDATA[QATAR. Half of all IBQ customers are now accessing the bank&#039;s services online, the Doha-headquartered bank announced today. 

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<title><![CDATA[70 companies from 21 countries to exhibit at IDA World Congress 2009]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41612</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The latest scientific and technological breakthroughs in desalination and water treatment will be launched by global industry specialists in Dubai at the International Desalination Association World Congress 2009.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Insurers commit to Manheim Arabia in the Gulf Cooperation Council]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41620</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. In a major step forward for salvage remarketing in the GCC, a number of major insurers and corporate clients have selected Manheim Arabia to remarket their insurance salvage vehicles. 

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<title><![CDATA[MINI does the unthinkable by driving on water]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41617</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. A MINI was spotted this weekend driving on Abu Dhabi&#039;s Corniche as fans and motor sport enthusiasts were gearing up for the first ever Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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<title><![CDATA[Motorola unveils new design for WiMAX base stations ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41623</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Motorola&#039;s Middle East has unveiled a new design for WiMAX base stations to tackle the major expense associated with building and powering coverage.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East&#039;s premier sweets exhibition to provide opportunities]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41616</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Sweets Middle East runs from 2 - 4 November 2009 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre alongside Sweet &amp; SnackTec Middle East. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Idemitsu Lube Middle East &amp; Africa inaugurates office in Dubai Airport Freezone]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41597</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Demand for lubricating oil in the Middle East region has sharply increased since 2002 and Idemitsu Lube Middle East &amp; Africa transaction doubled to 16 million litres during the seven years from 2002 to 2008.

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<title><![CDATA[Etisalat extends F1x3 promotion on popular demand]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41615</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Following the success of Etisalat&#039;s F1x3 promotion, on popular demand, Etisalat has extended the promotion by two weeks to provide the opportunity of live racing to more speed-enthusiasts across UAE. 

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<title><![CDATA[Mashreq expands Middle East operations to Kuwait]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41613</link>
<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. Mashreq inaugurated its 94th Branch in the Middle East region with its first branch opening in Kuwait with a capital of KWD15 million

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<title><![CDATA[Lufthansa Group posts third quarter operating profit of US$332.6 million

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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41609</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The reasons for the decline in the result lay essentially in the weaker demand due to the state of the economy and the disproportionate decline of average yields in the passenger business segment. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aramex introduces global distribution of Saudi Professional League merchandise ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41611</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. Aramex today announced that it has become the sole global distributor of SPL 2009-2010 merchandise. 

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<title><![CDATA[Samsung unveils Corby in the Middle East]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41606</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Samsung Electronics today announced the availability of Samsung Corby, a mobile phone designed to support the digitally connected lifestyles of today&#039;s young mobile users. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Queen Rania Center for Entrepreneurship sings MoU with Assintel]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41604</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. QRCE has signed a memorandum of understanding with Assintel - Italian Association of ICT companies.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[D-Link announces 3.5G mobile router]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41588</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. D-Link Middle East has introduced a new mobile router that can be quickly and easily installed almost anywhere, even in places where conventional network access is unavailable.

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<title><![CDATA[Toshiba recognises top channel partners]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41602</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Toshiba Computer Systems Division today celebrates its top channel partners through the Toshiba UAE Channel Awards 2009. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Investment Properties to complete &#039;Single Business Tower&#039; ahead of time]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41586</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DIP has announced that their latest commercial development, &#039;Single Business Tower&#039;, which is located off Sheikh Zayed road, is scheduled to be completed at the end of November 2009, four months ahead of the planned completion date of March 2010. 

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<title><![CDATA[&#039;The future looks bright for Air Cargo sector in the region,&#039; says Maximus ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41599</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Commenting on Maximus&#039;s achievements, Buhazza said: &#039;In just four years we have achieved so much, and despite the global downturn, the future looks bright.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Givori celebrates Barbie&#039;s 50th anniversary]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41595</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. To celebrate Barbie&#039;s 50th anniversary, Givori has teamed up with leading toy-creator Mattel to launch a limited edition phone commemorating the most successful doll of all time.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etisalat launches pocket HSPA - Wi-Fi modem]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41593</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Etisalat has unveiled the HSPA - Wi-Fi Modem, a trendsetting mobile broadband service which enables customers to simultaneously connect up to five Wi-Fi-enabled gadgets by using one SIM Card. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Ericsson wins managed services deal with du UAE]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41591</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Ericsson and United Arab Emirates-based operator du, have signed a three-year managed services agreement which will enable du to continue develop operational efficiency of nationwide GSM/WCDMA network operations.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GE provides solutions to Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Yas Marina Circuit]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41596</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. GE Healthcare and GE Consumer &amp; Industrial installed medical and industrial solutions to the Formula 1 Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Address Hotels + Resorts wins two &#039;Best Hotel Dubai&#039; awards at Arabian Property Awards]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41581</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Palace - The Old Town, an elegant 5-star premium hotel destination in Dubai, and The Address Montgomerie Dubai won the awards in the over and under 50 rooms categories respectively.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Batelco announces strong third quarter financial results]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41565</link>
<description><![CDATA[BAHRAIN. For the first 9 months in 2009 Batelco delivered US$210.9 million net profit.  Operating profit, year-to-date grew by 15% to US$221.2 million.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Financial Market successfully launches the new high-capacity trading platform]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41557</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DFM has announced that it has successfully launched the state of the art high-capacity trading system &#039;X-Stream&#039;, known to be one of the best trading systems in the world&#039;s financial markets. 
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi&#039;s Aabar third quarter profit surges to US$403 million]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41561</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Third-quarter net profit at Abu Dhabi&#039;s Aabar Investments rose 74-fold to AED1.48 billion (US$402.9 million) from AED19.9 million a year ago, helped by gains in investments.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai&#039;s Mashreqbank third quarter profit drop 42%, hit by provisions]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41559</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Mashreqbank, Dubai&#039;s second-largest lender by market value, made a third-quarter profit of AED201 million (US$54.72 million), a 42% drop from a year earlier, after booking hefty provisions.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GE Oil &amp; Gas to provide Qatargas with integrity management services]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41556</link>
<description><![CDATA[QATAR. GE Oil &amp; Gas&#039; PII Pipeline Solutions business has been awarded a multi-million US dollar, six-year contract to supply Qatargas Operating Company Limited with advanced pipeline integrity management services to enhance the monitoring and maintenance of the company&#039;s liquid natural gas network.
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<title><![CDATA[Technogym opens in Dubai ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41550</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Technogym, well renowned for its state of the art wellness design equipment will inaugurate its showroom officially on 3 November.

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<title><![CDATA[Sorouh Real Estate third quarter net profit falls 75% ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41546</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Sorouh Real Estate today announced its third quarter results for the period ended 30 September 2009.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GCC paper mills launch Gulf Paper Industry Association 
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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41527</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Paper mills from the GCC region have formed a new industry body under the name of GPIA, with the goal of working unitedly to ensure the robust and sustainable development of the paper industry in the region. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etihad&#039;s treasury team wins top award]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41552</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Etihad Airways has been voted the airline with the region&#039;s best treasury team by the Association of Corporate Treasurers Middle East.

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<title><![CDATA[Software AG has acquired over 90% of IDS Scheer AG]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41498</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL.The expected outcome is that IDS Scheer AG will be removed from the Frankfurt Stock Exchange indices due to insufficient free float.
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<title><![CDATA[BMW Sauber F1 Team hoping for a successful Swansong
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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41535</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The BMW Sauber F1 Team are hoping to bow out of Formula One in style with a strong finish at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the final race of the Formula One World Championship 2009 and the first ever at Abu Dhabi&#039;s new Yas Marina Circuit. 

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<title><![CDATA[The Address Dubai Marina now open]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41547</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Address Dubai Marina has opened its doors ushering in a new business and leisure hub in one of Dubai&#039;s most vibrant lifestyle destinations, Dubai Marina. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[DHL delivers F1 freight to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 
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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41531</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DHL have transported material and equipment to Abu Dhabi for the race taking place 31 October - 1 November.  
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<title><![CDATA[Interior designers survey new challenges in recovering regional markets]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41543</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Leading property developers and market analysts will evaluate the anticipated performance of the local construction sector at the 24th World Interior Design Congress of the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI) in Dubai on 10-11 November 2009. 

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Financial Market records net profit of US$70.30 million in third quarter]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41542</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DIFC has announced its financial results for the first three quarters of 2009 ending 30 September, demonstrating a healthy net profit of US$70.30 million compared to US$212.81 million in the corresponding period 2008.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[International SOS expands premises in Dubai Airport Freezone]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41541</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. &#039;We are growing by an average of 20% per annum and are seeing positive indications of an improvement in business outlook,&#039; said Olivier Ryder, Regional General Manager Middle East and Africa.  



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<title><![CDATA[du and Vodafone implement next phase of exclusive partner market agreement]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=4&amp;t=1&amp;id=41540</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Strategic agreement provides framework for sharing expertise and collaborating to provide enhanced services for mobile customers.

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