The new space on the corner of 53rd and Fifth makes a bold statement.

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And while it may seem curious that explanatory texts and labels are only in French, English and Spanish, this international labeling and absence of Arabic makes a powerful statement: These works belong to a shared world heritage just like those in the rest of the Louvre.

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"Planning policy which bolsters city and town centre environments is exactly what is required for Belfast city centre and the environment minister's statement clarifies a position that makes sense and is in line with good planning practice across the rest of the UK and the developed world, " he said.

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