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Al Fardan Exchange launches Visa travel card in UAE

Al Fardan Exchange, a leading money transfer and currency exchange firm in the UAE, has announced the launch of the Travelez Plus Visa Platinum Card, tailored to customers who are looking for a safer alternative to cash payments.

The reloadable prepaid Visa card is the smartest, most convenient way to travel and to get pampered with exclusive & bigger rewards – an ideal solution for customers with a variety of needs.

Whether the card holder travels for leisure, business, education or is simply enjoying a staycation in the UAE, the Travelez Plus Visa Platinum Card provides a premium experience for all of their needs. Customers can lock-in the best-in-class Forex Rates before travelling and perform transactions in any preferred currency at Visa-approved merchant locations around the world.

The card is a secure and convenient way to manage the card holder’s funds and comes fitted with the latest ‘Chip and Pin’ protection along with 3D Secure and a contactless feature for ‘Tap to Pay’ payments. The Travelez Plus Platinum Visa Card is accepted worldwide at more than 70 million Visa merchant partners and can be used to withdraw cash from ATMs.

Customers can load up to 20 currencies at any of Al Fardan’s 80+ branches and can also top-up their cards conveniently from their bank accounts in the UAE using the Travelez Plus Platinum Mobile App available on Google Play or the App Store.

Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO of Al Fardan Exchange, said: “Al Fardan Exchange has been a proud supporter of the community since 1971 and this latest launch of the Travelez Plus Visa Platinum Card is meant to provide all our customers an easy, safe and premium experience. We are delighted to be able to give back to our long-time customers by providing this exceptional and convenient service.”

Hasan Jaber, Deputy CEO of Al Fardan Exchange, said: “At Al Fardan Exchange, our focus has always been one that is inclusive. The Travelez Plus Platinum Visa multicurrency card offers a host of benefits; our customers can load up to 20 currencies at any of the 80+ Al Fardan Exchange branches. Card holders will also soon be able to top-up their cards from their bank accounts in the UAE using the Al Fardan Exchange mobile App, AlfaPay.”

Dr Saeeda Jaffar, Visa’s Group Country Manager & Senior Vice President GCC, said: “We are delighted to count Al Fardan Exchange among our longstanding partners in the UAE who share our commitment for a reliable and secure payments ecosystem displacing cash and driving financial inclusion.

“We will work closely with Al Fardan Exchange in enabling their digital expansion and introducing Visa’s world-class payment technology, which will bring the benefits of security, convenience, and global acceptance to the growing number of UAE consumers who prefer cashless payments.

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​​Powered by Commercial Bank, the Alfardan exchange Multi-currency Cash Passport is a reloadable Prepaid Travel Card that can hold multiple foreign currencies and gives you the ability to lock in foreign exchange rates at the time of purchase. It can be used to pay for goods and services or to withdraw money from ATMs worldwide, providing a safe and convenient way to carry and manage foreign currencies when travelling.

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Al Fardan Exchange is a member of the Al Fardan Group, which has roots stretching back to 1954. Al Fardan Exchange was established in 1971 providing its exchange services to different regions in the world. It has a strong relationship with 150 global banks and financial institutions.

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Al Fardan Exchange's Travelez Plus Platinum Multi-currency Travel card is a reloadable prepaid card that is an ideal companion for Leisure, Education & Business Travelers - powered by VISA’s Platinum premium Rewards and Discounts

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Al Fardan Exchange's Travelez Plus Platinum Multi-currency Travel card is a reloadable prepaid card that is an ideal companion for Leisure, Education & Business Travelers - powered by VISA’s Platinum premium Rewards and Discounts. The Mobile App allows you to manage currencies in real-time, set the order of preferred currencies, activate and deactivate cards, view your transactions and balances in various currencies. With advanced security features such as Chip and PIN protection, 3DS Secure, use this card with peace of mind at POS, Online and ATMs globally wherever VISA is accepted. You can choose either the non-personalized card readily available within Al Fardan Exchange branches in the UAE or can request for personalised card with cardholder name printed on the card and delivered at your doorsteps.

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How to save on travel with a Costco credit card

If you’re a regular Costco shopper, the Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi can make a lot of sense for your wallet. With savings both at the wholesale club and on additional everyday spending categories, it has a lot of savings potential.

Before you plan your next vacation, you should also consider its potential value as a travel credit card . Specifically, as a way to save more money when you book a trip through Costco Travel.

Whether you’re a Costco member already or considering joining the club, here’s what to know about saving on your next Costco Travel booking with a Costco credit card.

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Annual fee: $0 (though you must be a Costco member, which costs $60-$120 annually)

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4% cash back on eligible gas and electric vehicle charging purchases (up to the first $7,000 spent each year, then 1%)

3% cash back at restaurants

3% cash back on eligible travel purchases (including Costco Travel)

2% cash back on all other Costco and Costco.com purchases

1% back on everything else

More details: This card offers few added benefits beyond the cash rewards it offers. You’ll receive your cash-back rewards once per year as a rewards certificate, which you can redeem only at U.S. Costco warehouses in a single transaction.

Costco Travel details

Costco Travel is a service Costco members can use to book hotels, rental cars, cruises, and whole vacation packages at discounted rates. You can even find theme park tickets (including Disneyland and Walt Disney World ) and all-inclusive resort packages.

While you must be a Costco member to use Costco Travel, there’s no option to book your trip in-store at a warehouse. You can either search travel options through the online Costco Travel portal or speak with an expert by phone at 1-866-921-7925.

If you have a Costco Executive membership (the $120/year tier), Costco Travel purchases also count toward your 2% annual rewards. You’ll earn 2% rewards on the bulk of your travel costs, though taxes, fees, surcharges, and some other parts of the transaction may not be included.

When you book through Costco Travel, your package often comes with additional credits or other benefits to add even more value to your vacation. You may also earn Digital Costco Shop Cards with your travel purchase. These are essentially Costco gift cards that you can use on future Costco spending with Costco Travel, on Costco.com, or at Costco warehouses.

When you search for deals through the Costco Travel site, the itinerary overviews will typically indicate whether the trip comes with a Digital Costco Shop Card (along with info about daily resort credits and other savings). These gift cards can offer you hundreds of dollars in value back on your vacation to put toward future everyday spending with Costco.

Travel benefits of the Costco Anywhere Visa

When you use your Costco Anywhere Visa to book a trip through Costco Travel, you’ll get 3% cash back on the purchase. These 3% rewards are in addition to the 2% you’ll earn as an Executive Member and any potential Digital Costco Shop Cards.

Plus, your Costco Anywhere Visa includes a few travel protections that can help keep you covered on your trip. These include travel accident insurance, car rental insurance, travel and emergency assistance, and more. Make sure you read your card’s terms to see what your exact protections are.

Finally, this card has no foreign transaction fees — so you can use your Costco card and earn more rewards when traveling abroad without taking on any extra charges.

How much can you save on travel with the Costco Anywhere Visa?

With multiple ways to earn rewards, it’s possible to score a lot of potential savings on your Costco Travel booking.

Let’s take, for example, a family of four planning a vacation to an all-inclusive family resort in Cancun during the fall. They’ll leave from Dallas and want to book a room at the Hyatt Ziva Cancun from Oct. 6-11.

If they were to book this vacation through Costco Travel today — the all-inclusive resort, flights for four, and transportation to and from the airport — the cost would total $5,748.58. For comparison, we also looked up the price to book the same trip directly through the airline and hotel — today, that cost is about $5,700.

While, on the surface, the two bookings are almost exactly the same price, that doesn’t account for the extra Costco rewards.

Here’s the savings breakdown when we account for the Costco Travel rewards. The below amounts assume all costs are eligible for rewards and that our family has an Executive membership.

3% cash back with the Costco Anywhere card: $172.46

2% back with Executive membership: $114.97

Digital Costco Shop Card included with booking: $321

Total: $608.43

Of course, you can also save when you book directly with the airline and hotel if you’re a member of their loyalty programs. You could also use another travel credit card with rewards for travel bookings.

But there is a ton of value in the multiple ways to earn and save through Costco — if you’re already a regular Costco shopper and will get the full value of your rewards. In this case, you could essentially reduce your cost from $5,748.58 to $5,140.15, with those savings going toward your future Costco spending.

Note: These totals are just examples; the actual amount you’ll owe will change depending on when you’re looking to book and your specific travel details, as well as adding on fees and taxes not included here

More travel cards to consider

If you’re not sure a Costco credit card is the best option for your travel savings, there are plenty of great travel rewards credit cards available today with a range of rewards programs , categories, and added benefits. Here are some of our top picks:

Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

Why we like it: For a $95 annual fee, the Chase Sapphire Preferred offers travel rewards and great redemptions. After you’re approved you can earn 60,000 bonus points when you spend $4,000 within the first three months. Ongoing rewards include 3x points on dining, online grocery purchases, and select streaming services, and 1x points on all non-bonus category spending. You’ll also get an annual $50 statement credit each account year for hotel purchases through Chase Travel; travel you purchase through Chase Travel (excluding spending that qualifies for the hotel credit) earns 5x points and all other travel spending earns 2x points.

When you’re ready to redeem your Chase Sapphire Preferred points, you can get a 25% boost when you redeem for travel through Chase. That means that every point is worth 1.25 cents toward travel. For example, you can get $750 in travel value with the 60,000-point welcome offer. You’ll also get an annual points bonus on your account anniversary equal to 10% of your total purchases over the year prior.

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Why we like it: Solid travel rewards earnings don’t get more straightforward than the Capital One Venture . This card has a $95 annual fee and a welcome offer worth 75,000 bonus miles after you spend $4,000 within the first three months. For rewards, you’ll earn 5x miles when you book hotels and rental cars through Capital One Travel and 2x miles on every other purchase.

To redeem your miles for travel, you’ll have the option to book a trip through Capital One Travel or to put the rewards value toward a travel purchase on your card statement. The Venture Card also offers a credit up to $100 toward TSA PreCheck or Global Entry and a $50 experience credit when you book a hotel stay through Capital One Travel’s Lifestyle Collection.

American Express® Gold Card

Why we like it: The American Express Gold Card is another great travel option for earning rewards today to use on future travel. It carries a $250 annual fee ( see rates and fees ) but offers 4x points at restaurants, 4x points at U.S. supermarkets (up to $25,000 spent per year, then 1%), 3x points on flights booked directly with airlines or through Amex Travel, and 1x points on all other purchases. You can also earn 60,000 bonus points when you spend $6,000 within the first six months.

Despite the high annual fee, there is plenty of opportunity to get the value back through annual credits. When you add your Amex Gold card to your Uber account, you can get up to $120 annually ($10 per month) in Uber Cash — and get up to $120 ($10 per month; with enrollment) in dining statement credits for eligible spending at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar and select Shake Shack locations.

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For the Disney Quick-Service dining plan, everyone in the party ages 3 and up receives 2 Quick-Service Meals and 1 Snack/Nonalcoholic Drink (per night of stay), plus 1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug. For the Disney dining plan, everyone in the party ages 3 and up receives 1 Quick-Service Meal, 1 Table-Service Meal and 1 Snack/Nonalcoholic Drink (per night of stay), plus 1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug. 1 Learn more about the dining plans.

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The Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Visa® Card* -- Wells Fargo’s latest and best travel card -- recently launched with an impressive set of features. Its competitive rewards, welcome bonus and redemption options take aim at incumbent travel credit cards from Chase, American Express and Capital One.

What gives Wells Fargo’s first foray into the point-transfer space an edge is that you don’t have to book travel in a portal to earn the highest rewards rates. 

Here’s why we think the Wells Fargo Autograph Journey could go toe-to-toe with some of the best travel credit cards, plus four insider tips to help you decide if you should add it to your credit card lineup.

Before we dive into the hidden features and benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect with the Autograph Journey:

• Earn 60,000 welcome bonus rewards points after spending $4,000 in purchases within three months of account opening.
• Earn unlimited 5x points on hotels, 4x points on airlines, 3x points on other travel and dining and 1x on other purchases.
• Receive an annual statement credit with a $50 minimum airline purchase.
• No foreign transaction fees.
• Other benefits include trip cancellation and interruption insurance, lost luggage reimbursement, roadside dispatch and cell phone insurance.
• $95 annual fee.

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Here’s a rundown of four facts we discovered about the Autograph Journey that you should know when deciding whether to apply.

1. You can transfer points with Wells Fargo point-based cards

The launch of the Autograph Journey also marks the first transferable points program from Wells Fargo, which joins other card issuers like Chase and Capital One, which have their own pooling programs .

Autograph Journey will be able to do a points transfer with the no-annual-fee Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card . This is especially notable since the Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card offers bonus rewards in different categories than the Autograph Journey. 

For example, the Autograph card earns unlimited 3x points on restaurants, travel, gas stations, transit, popular streaming services and phone plans, plus 1x points on other purchases. So you can maximize your point earning across different categories, then transfer your points to your Autograph Journey account to access premium travel redemptions.

2. It offers more options for earning bonus miles on travel than some competitors

The Autograph Journey will offer more flexibility than many travel rewards cards when it comes to earning more points on travel purchases. For example, cardholders earn unlimited 5x points on hotels booked directly with hotel brands and 4x points on airfare booked with airlines. 

This helps the card stand out from other popular travel credit cards that offer the most bonus points only if you book travel through their portals. For example, the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card * and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card * only offer the highest bonus rewards on travel booked through Capital One Travel. The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card also offers its highest rate of 5x points on travel booked through Chase Travel℠, whereas other travel purchases earn 2x points.

Autograph Journey cardholders also earn a minimum of 3x points on other travel purchases, which could include rental cars, cruises and travel booked through online travel agencies like Expedia and Priceline.

3. The card may grow in value as more transfer partners join

The Autograph Journey Card will earn flexible travel rewards points that transfer to a selection of airline and hotel partners, similar to Amex Membership Rewards points or Chase Ultimate Rewards . While the list of transfer partners is limited, Wells Fargo stated in its initial press release that “more partners will continue to be added throughout the year.”

Points transfers could dramatically change the value proposition of the Autograph Journey, especially if new partners include domestic airlines and popular hotel loyalty programs. 

Wells Fargo point transfers will be available to new cardholders starting on April 4. For now, Wells Fargo transfer partners include the following:

4. You may need to wait to apply

If you’ve applied for another Wells Fargo card in the last six months, you’ll likely have to wait a little longer before applying for the Autograph Journey.

Wells Fargo states in its terms and conditions, “If you opened a Wells Fargo Credit Card account within the last six months, then you may not qualify to open an additional Wells Fargo Credit Card account. We may also limit how many open Wells Fargo Credit Card accounts you have.”

So if you want the new Autograph Journey, you should steer clear of applying for other cards from Wells Fargo for now. If you’re approved and use the card responsibly for six months or longer, you can consider adding additional Wells Fargo credit cards to your portfolio.

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A: Giving up your green card (also known as abandoning your permanent resident status) can have implications for future tourist visa applications and potential tax obligations. Here's what you should consider: 1. Tourist Visa Applications: When you apply for a tourist visa after giving up your green card, you may face increased scrutiny from the U.S. consular officer. They may question your intentions for visiting the U.S. and whether you plan to stay permanently, given your previous status as a permanent resident. It's essential to provide strong evidence of your ties to your home country and your intent to return after your visit. 2. Tax Implications: If you have been a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) for 8 out of the last 15 years, you may be considered a "Long-Term Resident" (LTR) for tax purposes. When giving up your green card, if you meet the LTR criteria, you might be subject to an "exit tax" on your worldwide assets, similar to the expatriation tax for U.S. citizens renouncing their citizenship. Additionally, if you have not stayed outside the U.S. for one year or more since obtaining your green card, you may be considered a U.S. tax resident for the year in which you abandon your green card. This means you may need to file a dual-status tax return for that year. It's crucial to consult with an experienced immigration attorney and a tax professional specializing in international tax law before deciding to give up your green card. They can provide personalized advice based on your specific situation and help you understand the full implications of your decision. Abandoning your green card is a significant decision that should be carefully considered. Make sure you fully understand the potential consequences and have a solid plan in place before proceeding.

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Why I applied for the new Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Visa® Card

Jason Steele

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I love earning travel rewards. For me, the only thing better than taking a great vacation is doing so for free, or very close to it. And as any award travel junkie will tell you, the best kind of rewards don’t come from a single airline or hotel program, they’re flexible points you can transfer to multiple airlines or hotel programs. There are only a handful of credit card issuers that offer these kinds of rewards, and Wells Fargo just joined this exclusive club with its new Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Visa® Card * The information for the Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Visa® Card has been collected independently by Blueprint. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer. . When I first heard the details, I decided to apply as soon as the card became available. Here’s why:

Strong rewards for spending

This card offers 60,000 points after spending $4,000 in purchases in the first three months of account opening. That’s decent, but not earth-shattering. What does move the needle is how many rewards points you can earn from your spending. This card features 5 points per $1 on hotels, 4 points per $1 on airlines, 3 points per $1 on other travel and dining and 1 point per $1 on other purchases. For a frequent traveler like myself, this card has serious potential.

Compelling transfer partners, and the promise of more

Cardholders can transfer their Wells Fargo Rewards points to the following airline and hotel programs, most at a 1:1 ratio:

• Choice Privileges (1:2 ratio)
• Air France-KLM Flying Blue
• Avianca Lifemiles
• British Airways Executive Club
• Aer Lingus AerClub
• Iberia Plus

While this is a modest list, Wells Fargo has indicated that more partners will be added throughout the year. But even now, Wells Fargo Rewards points are extremely valuable. For example, you can transfer points to the Choice Privileges program of Choice Hotels at a 1:2 ratio. That means that 10,000 Wells Fargo Rewards points will turn into 20,000 Choice points, which can be a great deal, especially at their high-end hotels in the U.S. and their hotels in Europe. 

You can also transfer your card earnings to Avianca Lifemiles, which can be redeemed on flights operated by the airline’s Star Alliance partners such as United, Air Canada, Lufthansa, Swiss and Turkish Airlines. Likewise, the Flying Blue program is great for awards on SkyTeam airlines such as Air France, KLM, Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic and others. And the British Airways Executive Club offers strong value for awards on their Oneworld partners such as American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Japan Airlines (JAL). 

Earning travel rewards is a long game, and by the time I’ve earned enough rewards for a big redemption, I’m hopeful that Wells Fargo might add some additional, valuable transfer partners. 

Low annual fee 

This card has an annual fee of just $95, which is common among cards of this type, such as the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card , Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card * The information for the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card has been collected independently by Blueprint. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer. and the Citi Premier® Card * The information for the Citi Premier® Card has been collected independently by Blueprint. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer. . However, the Wells Fargo Autograph Journey card also comes with a $50 annual statement credit with a $50 minimum airline purchase. You don’t have to purchase the flights from Wells Fargo’s travel agency — any airline should work. For me, that brings the net yearly cost down to just $45, which is very low for a card with these features. 

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Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

Welcome bonus.

Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That’s $750 when you redeem through Chase Travel℠.

Regular APR

Credit score.

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Editor’s Take

• Flexible points that can be transferred to 14 travel partners or redeemed through Chase Travel℠ at 1.25 cents each.
• $50 annual statement credit toward Chase Travel hotel bookings.
• Valuable travel protections.
• $95 annual fee.
• Category bonuses are limited and not competitive against other travel cards.
• Transfer partner list is limited compared to programs like Amex Membership ® Rewards and Citi ThankYou ® .

Card Details

• Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That’s $750 when you redeem through Chase Travel℠.
• Enjoy benefits such as 5x on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠, 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries, 2x on all other travel purchases, 1x on all other purchases, $50 Annual Chase Travel Hotel Credit, plus more.
• Get 25% more value when you redeem for airfare, hotels, car rentals and cruises through Chase Travel℠. For example, 60,000 points are worth $750 toward travel.
• Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more.
• Get complimentary access to DashPass which unlocks $0 delivery fees and lower service fees for a minimum of one year when you activate by December 31, 2024.
• Member FDIC

Final verdict

I write about credit cards for a living, but I can’t rush out and apply for every new credit card on the market. However, the value proposition for the new Wells Fargo Autograph Journey card is strong enough to make even this veteran credit card journalist take a chance at submitting an application. Thankfully, I was immediately approved, and I’m looking forward to using this card and taking some fun trips with the rewards.

*The information for the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, Citi Premier® Card and Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Visa® Card has been collected independently by Blueprint. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

Blueprint is an independent publisher and comparison service, not an investment advisor. The information provided is for educational purposes only and we encourage you to seek personalized advice from qualified professionals regarding specific financial decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Blueprint has an advertiser disclosure policy . The opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the Blueprint editorial staff alone. Blueprint adheres to strict editorial integrity standards. The information is accurate as of the publish date, but always check the provider’s website for the most current information.

Jason Steele is a freelance writer specializing in credit cards and award travel. Since 2008, Jason's work has appeared in over 100 outlets and he's been widely quoted in the mainstream media. Jason also produces CardCon, which is The Conference for Credit Card Media.

Allie is a journalist with a passion for money tips and advice. She's been writing about personal finance since the Great Recession for online publications such as Bankrate, CreditCards.com, MyWalletJoy and ValuePenguin. She's also written personal finance content for Discover, First Horizon Bank, The Hartford, Travelers and Synovus.

Robin Saks Frankel is a credit cards lead editor at USA TODAY Blueprint. Previously, she was a credit cards and personal finance deputy editor for Forbes Advisor. She has also covered credit cards and related content for other national web publications including NerdWallet, Bankrate and HerMoney. She's been featured as a personal finance expert in outlets including CNBC, Business Insider, CBS Marketplace, NASDAQ's Trade Talks and has appeared on or contributed to The New York Times, Fox News, CBS Radio, ABC Radio, NPR, International Business Times and NBC, ABC and CBS TV affiliates nationwide. She holds an M.S. in Business and Economics Journalism from Boston University. Follow her on Twitter at @robinsaks.

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