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    Robert Iger, Disney's president, said: "China is one of the most dynamic and important countries, and this marks a very significant milestone for the Walt Disney Company." State television quoted officials as saying that the park could open in 2014. Full Article at Irish Independent
    China is one of the most dynamic and important countries, and this marks a very significant milestone for the Walt Disney Company.
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  2. Kashmiri supporters of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference shout freedom slogans during a protest in Srinagar, India, Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. Police detained dozens of separatist supporters protesting against alleged human rights abuses by government forces in Kashmir, officials said Thursday. Placard, center, reads: "Start demilitarization."
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