"This act has great significance, as it indicates to society the end of certain visible and invisible barriers, " he said at the time.

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It is a work reflecting the great skill of a traditional weaver who has brought together a range of materials to produce something of significance, value and beauty.

UNESCO: Speech to UNESCO General Conference 2009 - Bryan Gould

Gen Evren's indictment carries great symbolic significance in Turkey, our correspondent says, demonstrating how far the balance of power has shifted away from the once untouchable military establishment.

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