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Disney confirms Shanghai theme park project approved by China gov't

Source: Xinhuanet.com
Shanghai : China | about 1 month ago  
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Plans for a Disney theme park in Shanghai were given preliminary approval by China's central government, Disney announced Tuesday.     "China is one of the most dynamic, exciting and important countries in the world, and this approval marks a very significant milestone for the Walt...
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