In a statement released Monday, Hewlett-Packard acknowledged it is in "advanced discussions" with Electronic Data Systems about a possible business combination.

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In mid-2011, Google also engaged in advanced discussions to buy rights to the airwaves, or spectrum, owned by wireless operator Clearwire Corp.

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The statement said it would also resume talks with the de Chastelain decommissioning body when it was satisfied the peace process would be advanced by these discussions.

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Our discussions are well advanced and we are enthused.

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Mr Herbert said discussions were "well advanced" and the partners were hoping to submit a planning application early next year and to start work later in the year.

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Now, I think there are two ways in which these START negotiations have advanced or at least influenced Russia-U.S. discussions around Iran.

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However, it is thought they are far enough advanced for Hong Kong to have agreed to put on hold discussions with any other theme park operators, principally Universal Studios, which has expressed an interest in opening up in the territory.

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Discussions with over 50 governments are ongoing, with many at advanced stages, and I therefore expect further significant orders.

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