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China's leading coal producer teams up with major steel maker to sharpen competitive edge

The Shanxi Coal-Steel Energy Development Company began operation recently in this capital city of north China's Shanxi Province, a senior official with the Shanxi Coking Coal Group confirmed Saturday. The move is believed to be a significant... ...full story at People's Daily

from People's Daily on Sat, May 30 2009

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