Aussino said the exchange operator cited concerns over Mr. Zaw Zaw's inclusion on a U.S. sanctions list, allegations of human-rights abuses by his Max Myanmar Group of Cos. in relation to land acquisitions by the old military regime, and Myanmar authorities' tax investigations into his businesses.

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The former fire chief also defended his actions in relation to a Land Rover provided to the fire service by a sponsor.

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He was given the job, temporary at first, of king of Transjordan, a land considered unimportant, except in its relation to Palestine.

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The publication includes nine papers explore the various aspects of local and traditional knowledge and its relation to nature conservation, land management and natural resource management, and industry.

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