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Singapore Family Office & The Benefits of Offshore Trust Account

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Singapore Family Office & The Benefits of Offshore Trust Account

Event Information

📅 Date: September 23rd, 2024
🕕 Time: 2:00PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: 37-3A, The Stride BBCC
* Free Parking – LaLaport
☕ Light Refreshments: Coffee, tea and dessert
🔖 Fee:  Free

The talk is free this month! Limited-time offer – don’t miss out!

 

Event Outline

Join our guess speaker Mr. Yiow Tan from Jersey Finance, on Singapore Family Office. Explore the benefits and opportunities of establishing a family office in Singapore, highlighting its favorable regulatory environment, tax incentives, and strategic location in Asia. Gain a deeper understanding of the processes, requirements, and advantages of setting up a family office in Singapore, and how it can be a pivotal step in safeguarding and growing their family’s assets for future generations.

Ms. Diyana, Business Development Manager of Timeless International Family Office, will also share an in-depth exploration of The Benefits of Offshore Trust Accounts. Discover how offshore trust accounts can provide enhanced asset protection, tax efficiency, and financial privacy for individuals and families. Learn about the key benefits and strategies for leveraging offshore trusts to secure your wealth and ensure long-term financial stability

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Mr Yiow Tan

Yiow Chong Tan joined Jersey Finance in 2022 as the Director for Southeast Asia based in Singapore. He is responsible for spearheading Jersey Finance’s market development activities in Southeast Asia across the private wealth, funds, capital markets and banking sectors.  

Yiow has extensive business and corporate finance experience in the Asian markets where he has been consistently involved in the origination, marketing, structuring, negotiation, due diligence and execution of private equity, stock exchange listings and M&A deals across Singapore and Malaysia. In a previous role, he identified and built close working relationships with Chinese high-net worth clients and institutional investors to secure and raise funds for mandated clients.

Most recently, he was the Corporate Finance Director and Board Secretary of a Chinese Family Office based in Beijing which has investments in Chinese data centres and UK commercial properties. Prior to that, he held director and consultant positions with various Singapore-based business consultancy firms working out of Shanghai in mainland China.

A Singaporean, Yiow is familiar with the Southeast Asia culture, and is fluent in both English and Chinese Mandarin. He has a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Accounting Degree with First Class Honours from the University of Leeds.

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Ms Diyana

  • Business Development Manager of Timeless International Family Office
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Family Trust Malaysia: Protect Your Assets RM8 Million Risk

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RM8 Million Risk: Asset Protection with Family Trust Malaysia

Family Trust Malaysia

Imagine this happening to you: a doctor in Malaysia recently faced a staggering RM8 million in damages due to a medical negligence lawsuit. It’s hard to fathom the stress and financial turmoil that such a case could cause. This situation isn’t just a headline—it’s a wake-up call for all of us. Whether you’re a doctor, business owner, or any professional, the reality is that legal risks can strike unexpectedly, potentially putting everything you’ve worked for at risk. But there’s a way to protect yourself and your family’s future: a family trust.

Let’s look at some examples:

  • RM8 Million Medical Negligence Case: A Malaysian doctor was hit with an RM8 million lawsuit, exposing his personal assets to significant risk

  • Director Liability in Malaysia: A recent Federal Court case saw directors facing substantial legal risks related to minority shareholders’ rights, with their personal wealth potentially at stake.

  • Liability in a Patient’s Death: Another doctor faced severe financial consequences after being held liable for a patient’s death, putting his personal assets in jeopardy.

    In each of these cases, the individuals’ personal wealth could have been safeguarded through the establishment of a family trust, ensuring their financial security and protecting their assets from potential legal fallout.

What is a Family Trust?

A family trust is a legal arrangement where your assets are transferred to a trustee, who manages them on behalf of your beneficiaries. This separation of ownership helps protect your wealth from legal claims, creditors, and unforeseen financial challenges, ensuring that your assets are preserved for your family’s future. Learn More about Trust in Malaysia

Why Proper Setup is Crucial

While family trusts provide strong asset protection, they must be set up correctly to be effective. A poorly structured trust could leave your assets vulnerable to legal claims or creditors. Understanding trust assets, ensuring their independence, and complying with legal boundaries are vital steps in safeguarding your wealth.

1. Understanding Trust Assets

What constitutes trust assets?

Trust assets are fundamental to the trust’s structure. They must be legally owned, clearly defined, and properly transferred to the trustee. This ensures that the assets are recognised as trust property and protected under the trust framework. 

2. Ensuring the Independence of Trust Assets

How is the independence of trust assets ensured?

The independence of trust assets is crucial to protecting them from legal claims or debts. Trust assets must remain distinct from both the settlor’s and the trustee’s personal assets, ensuring they cannot be seized to settle any liabilities.

  • Separate from the Settlor’s Assets: Establishing a separate trust account is key to distinguishing personal assets from trust assets, ensuring funds are used solely for the trust’s purposes.

  • Separate from the Trustee’s Assets: Trust assets must also remain distinct from the trustee’s personal assets, protecting them from being used to settle the trustee’s debts.

The independence of trust assets is not just a legal requirement; it is also strictly upheld in judicial practice, forming a solid legal foundation for the trust system.

3. Conditions Under Which Trust Assets May Be Seized

When might trust assets be subject to legal seizure?

The protection of trust assets is not absolute and must operate within legal boundaries. The trust must be legally valid and comply with all legal requirements. If a trust is established in a way that harms creditors, they may have the right to challenge the trust.

Trust assets could also be subject to seizure if they are used to evade debts, highlighting the importance of transparency and legality in trust operations.

Recommendations for High-Net-Worth Individuals in Malaysia

How can HNWIs in Malaysia ensure their family trusts provide robust asset protection?

In a complex legal and economic environment, Malaysian HNWIs must adopt careful strategies to ensure their family trusts remain secure:

  1. Legitimate Trust Purpose: Ensure the trust has a clear, lawful purpose focused on wealth protection and inheritance, rather than evading debts or hiding assets.
  2. Transfer of Control: Substantially transfer control of trust assets to the trustee, ensuring that the trustee is genuinely managing the assets.
  3. Professional Service Team: Engage reputable trust companies, legal experts, and financial advisors to ensure the trust is properly managed and compliant with all legal requirements.

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Conclusion

The RM8 million case is a powerful reminder of the financial risks that professionals & Malaysia business owner face. By setting up a family trust, you can protect your assets from unforeseen legal claims, ensuring your wealth is preserved for future generations.

Looking for something more advanced? If you’re interested in more sophisticated options for asset protection, consider exploring offshore trusts and family office services. These provide additional layers of security and strategic wealth management. Learn more about setting up an offshore trust in Malaysia or why you should consider a family office in Malaysia.

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During your consultation, our experts will explore suitable trust structures aligned with your objectives, ensuring a smooth transition of wealth for future generations.

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Everything about trust in Malaysia

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Everything About Trust in Malaysia.

Trust in Malaysia

Malaysia Trust offering 36% annual returns? In this article, we will explore everything about trust in Malaysia, from the top 10 trust companies in Malaysia to the alternative Trusts options based on a 10-year comparison. We will also cover concerns about high returns, different types of trusts, relevant laws, and how to set one up. By the end, you’ll have a better understanding of trusts and their benefits.

What is a Trust?

A trust is a legal arrangement where a person (the settlor) transfers assets to someone else (the trustee) to manage for the benefit of others (the beneficiaries). Trusts can be used for estate planning, asset protection, and charitable giving.

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Setting Up a Trust in Malaysia

We will explore the requirements, costs, and steps involved in setting up a trust in Malaysia.

Requirements for Setting Up a Trust in Malaysia

  • A legally binding document outlining the terms and conditions of the trust.
  • Must specify the settlor, trustees, beneficiaries, trust property, and management instructions.

– At least one trustee is required.
– Trustees can be individuals or corporate entities.
– Trustees must act in the best interests of the beneficiaries.

– Clearly defined individuals or groups who will benefit from the trust.
– Beneficiaries can be family members, charitable organizations, or other entities.

– Proper transfer of assets to the trust.
– Documentation and registration of asset transfers are necessary.

– Adherence to relevant laws and regulations, including the Trustees Act 1949 and other pertinent legislation.

Steps to Set Up Different Types of Trusts in Malaysia

Core Steps for All Trusts
1. Define Purpose and Objectives
2. Choose Trustees
3. Draft Trust Deed
4. Transfer Assets to the Trust
5. Register the Trust (if required)
6. Ongoing Management and Administration

Specific Considerations for Different Trust Types

Each type of trust has unique considerations and additional steps to ensure it meets the specific needs and objectives of the settlor and beneficiaries.

  • Revocable option for flexibility.
  • Privacy of the trust.

Customization: Tailor the trust deed to meet specific needs of the settlor and beneficiaries.

Succession Planning: Focus on detailed succession planning to ensure smooth transfer of wealth across generations.

  • Establishment of cash management accounts.
  • Detailed liquidity management.

Professional fund management.

  • Inclusion in the will.
  • Activation through probate.
  • Compliance with specific charitable regulations.

Cost Setting Up a Trust in Malaysia

Cost Component Cost Range (MYR) Description
Legal Fees 5,000 – 20,000 Drafting the trust deed and other legal documentation.
Legal consultation and advisory services.
Trustee Fees 10,000 – 50,000 per year Fees charged by professional trustees or trust companies for managing the trust.
May include setup fees and ongoing management fees.
Registration and Compliance Costs 1,000 – 5,000 Costs associated with registering the trust, if required.
Compliance with regulatory requirements and annual reporting.
Asset Transfer Costs 2,000 – 10,000 Costs related to transferring assets into the trust.
May include stamp duty and other transactional expenses.
Maintenance and Administration Costs 5,000 – 20,000 per year Ongoing costs for maintaining and administering the trust.
Accounting, auditing, and tax filing fees.

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Types of Trusts in Malaysia

Malaysia recognises several types of trusts, each serving different purposes and offering various benefits. The main types include:

  • Living Trusts in Malaysia (Inter Vivos Trusts)

    A living trust, or inter vivos trust, is created during the settlor’s lifetime and can be revocable or irrevocable. Key benefits include:

    Avoiding Probate: Assets bypass probate, allowing for quicker and private distribution.
    Continuity and Management: Ensures asset management if the settlor becomes incapacitated.
    Flexibility: Revocable trusts can be amended or revoked as needed.
    Privacy: Living trusts are not public records, ensuring confidentiality.

  • Testamentary Trusts

    – Created through a will and comes into effect after the settlor’s death.
    – Primarily used to manage and distribute assets according to the settlor’s – wishes after death.

  • Charitable Trusts

    – Established for charitable purposes.
    – Enjoy certain tax exemptions and benefits.
    – Governed by specific regulations to ensure the trust serves public interests.

  • Family Trusts

    – Set up to benefit family members.
    – Commonly used for wealth preservation and succession planning.

  • Unit Trusts

    – Investment funds where investors pool their money to purchase units.
    – Managed by professional fund managers.
    – Popular for collective investment schemes.

    Unit Trusts Concerns in Malaysia

    Potential Losses    : Investors may experience significant losses, as seen in personal accounts.

    Long-Term Nature    : Unit trusts are often long-term investments, which may not suit all investors.

    Understanding Mechanisms    : It’s crucial to understand how unit trusts make money and their associated risks.

    Relates News:     The article on KCLau.com tells the story of an investor who lost over RM 20,000 in unit trusts over nine years. It emphasizes understanding cash flows, capital gains, and the long-term nature of unit trusts. The author advises learning from the experience and becoming a more informed investor rather than blaming the consultant.

    Read the detailed experience of an investor’s RM 20,000 loss in unit trusts on KCLau.com.

  • Private Trust in Malaysia

    – Established for private purposes, often involving family members or close associates.
    – Provides asset protection, privacy, and specific management directives according to the settlor’s wishes.

  • Cash Trusts

    – Created when a sum of cash is placed in trust.
    – Beneficiaries can access funds for emergencies or specific needs.
    – Not frozen upon the settlor’s death, ensuring continuous access.

    Cash Trust Concerns in Malaysia

    Regulatory Oversight: Potential lack of stringent regulatory oversight, leading to concerns about the security and management of funds.

    Mismanagement Risks: Risk of mismanagement or misuse of funds if trustees are not properly vetted.

    Transparency Issues: Possible lack of transparency in the terms and conditions, making it crucial for investors to thoroughly understand the trust agreement.

    Relate News: The Securities Commission (SC) of Malaysia is investigating unlisted companies offering cash trust products due to potential breaches of capital market laws. Concerns include offering shares without a registered prospectus and using deceptive practices. Cash trusts, marketed as low-risk investments, are unregulated by the SC or Bank Negara Malaysia. The SC is also reviewing its regulatory framework to protect investors from potential high-risk schemes promising returns as high as 36% per annum. For more details, you can read the full article here.

Top 10 Trust Companies in Malaysia Based on Market Cap

Here are the top 10 trust companies in Malaysia, selected from the largest companies listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (KLSE) and global market  by market capitalisation:

Trust CompanyParent CompanyMarket Cap (RM)
Maybank Trustee BerhadMalayan Banking Berhad121.6 billion
Public Trustee BerhadPublic Bank Berhad80.9 billion
CIMB Commerce Trustee BerhadCIMB Group Holdings Berhad76.4 billion
Hong Leong Trustee BerhadHong Leong Bank Berhad39.0 billion
RHB Trustees BerhadRHB Bank Berhad24.8 billion
Alliance Trustee BerhadAlliance Bank Malaysia Berhad6.2 billion
AmTrustee BerhadAMMB Holdings Berhad14.6 billion
HSBC (Malaysia) Trustee BerhadHSBC Bank MalaysiaNot specifically listed
Standard Chartered Trustee (Malaysia) BerhadStandard Chartered MalaysiaNot specifically listed
Deutsche Trustees Malaysia BerhadDeutsche Bank MalaysiaNot specifically listed

Trusts in Malaysia Alternative option

After exploring the details of Malaysian trusts, it’s important to consider alternative options like offshore trusts. Offshore trusts are established in jurisdictions outside of the settlor’s home country and offer various benefits such as enhanced asset protection, tax planning, and estate planning advantages. These trusts are typically set up in countries with favourable trust laws and regulations, providing a high degree of privacy and access to a wide range of investment opportunities. Common jurisdictions for offshore trusts include the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Channel Islands.

FeatureMalaysian TrustsOffshore Trusts
Asset Protection
  • Currency Risk: MYR has dropped 45% against USD over the last decade.
  • Stock Market Performance: FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI’s 10 year price total return is 12.3% Finbox
  • Currency Stability: Typically held in stable currencies like USD.
  • Investment Opportunities: SPDR® S&P 500’s 10 year price total return is 234.0%. Finbox
PrivacyModerate privacy, subject to Malaysian regulations.Enhanced privacy with greater confidentiality and protection from public scrutiny.
Tax EfficiencyIn Malaysia, trusts are taxed under the Income Tax Act 1967. Trustees pay taxes on income from trust assets, and beneficiaries may be taxed on distributions. Proper structuring can optimise tax benefits for both parties.Potentially favorable tax conditions, reducing overall tax liability.
Accessibility and ConvenienceEasier to access and manage locally.May require dealing with foreign jurisdictions.
Risk and StabilitySubject to local economic and political risks.Established in stable jurisdictions, reducing local risk impact.
Professional ExpertiseLocal providers may have less experience with international assets.Managed by professionals with expertise in international law, finance, and estate planning.

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Conclusion


Trusts are powerful tools for estate planning, asset protection, and wealth management in Malaysia. By understanding the different types of trusts, their benefits, and the legal framework, individuals and businesses can make informed decisions to achieve their financial and succession planning goals. While setting up a trust involves careful planning and consideration, the long-term benefits often outweigh the complexities and costs involved. Professional advice and expertise can help navigate the process and ensure the successful establishment and management of a trust.

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On 20 September 2024, Malaysia officially launched Forest City as a Special Financial Zone (SFZ), as announced by Finance Minister II, YB Senator Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

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Future Growth

The number of Single Family Offices is projected to grow by 75%, reaching 10,720 by 2030. Their assets under management (AUM) are expected to rise from US$3.1 trillion to US$5.4 trillion, reflecting increasing global demand for structured wealth management.

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Currency Drop

MYR has depreciated up to 45% in the past decade, impacting asset value. Diversifying into multi-currency investments and global assets helps hedge against currency risks and preserve wealth.

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Choice of Wealthy Malaysians

Wealthy Malaysians have used global wealth structures for asset diversification and financial planning, including Lim Kok Thay, G Gnanalingam, Mahmud Abu Bekir, and Tiong Hiew King.

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Discover strategic wealth planning solutions tailored to your family’s needs with our complimentary consultation on trust structuring. We understand that every family has unique financial goals and challenges, requiring personalized approaches to long-term asset protection.

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Event Information

Date: 20/04/2024（Sat）
Time: 11:00~12:00
Venue: 37-3A, The Stride BBCC
* Free Parking – LaLaport

Event Outline

Trust can build a solid firewall for assets. Wealth inheritance emphasizes Safety, Secrecy and Returns.

You are welcome to join us and learn more about it.

Ms Vicky Tan

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The Advantages of Offshore Trust

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Integrated Management of Diversified Assets

With one account, you can easily see all of your assets and its values, including cash, real estate, stocks, bonds etc.

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Provide International Fund Certification

Simplify the process of obtaining fund certification for children’s overseas study and overseas bank account opening

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Unlimited Foreign Exchange

Allow assets to flow freely internationally, enhancing the smoothness of international trade

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Tax Planning, Identity Confidentiality

Whether for individuals or businesses, sensible tax planning can maximize the use of funds

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Marriage Planning, Inheritance, and Gifting

You can plan gradually while accumulating wealth, adjusting it according to different ages and needs

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Open Overseas Bank Accounts

Provide relevant documentation to facilitate the process of opening accounts abroad

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Malaysian Investors Can Learn From Dark Forest Logic And Apply It To Offshore Trusts

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In Malaysia, Netflix’s “The Three-Body Problem” is one of the most popular TV shows currently. The Dark Forest Theory portrayed in it demonstrates a cautious attitude when facing unknown threats, sharing astonishing similarities with concepts like offshore trusts and global wealth management with tax optimization. This article will delve into the connections between these theories and their importance in wealth management and tax optimization, highlighting the role of offshore trusts and Dark Forest logic

The Offshore Trusts and Dark Forest Logic 

In “The Three-Body Problem,” the Dark Forest Theory describes the cautious behavior of civilizations in the universe, choosing to hide their existence to avoid potential threats from unknown civilizations. Similarly, in real life, individuals and entities in Malaysia may also choose to hide their assets in offshore trusts to protect their privacy and wealth.

Investors in Malaysia can leverage the advantages of offshore trusts to protect and grow their wealth. By establishing offshore trusts, Malaysian investors can enjoy tax benefits and asset protection in other jurisdictions, thereby maximizing financial planning and asset management goals.

Tax Optimization

In the Dark Forest, civilizations must carefully choose to hide their existence to minimize potential threats. Similarly, in the globalized economic environment, individuals and businesses can also achieve tax optimization goals through structures like offshore trusts, minimizing tax burdens to the fullest extent.

Investors in Malaysia can use offshore trusts in other jurisdictions to achieve tax optimization goals, similar to civilizations in the Dark Forest choosing to hide their existence to evade potential threats. This strategy not only helps protect wealth but also provides greater flexibility and opportunities in the ever-changing economic and tax environments.

Global Wealth Management

Apart from the Dark Forest Theory, we can also learn important lessons about civilization survival and development from “The Three-Body Problem.” Civilizations must carefully manage resources and develop strategies to address potential threats for survival and prosperity, mirroring the concept of global wealth management.

Global wealth management is not just a comprehensive strategy for managing personal and family wealth but also a strategy for survival and prosperity in an unknown universe. Offshore trusts play a crucial role in this strategy, offering advantages such as asset protection, financial planning, and tax optimization, helping individuals and families protect and grow wealth in the dark forest of the universe, coping with changing environments and threats.

Global Payment Solutions

Global payment solutions provide beneficiaries with the opportunity to use trust account assets globally, facilitating consumption through configuring beneficiary credit cards. Similar to scenarios depicted in “The Three-Body Problem” series where advanced technology obstructs scientific progress on Earth, challenges posed by foreign exchange controls also highlight this issue. Just as the Trisolarans use technological barriers to impede human scientific progress, foreign exchange controls are used by governments to restrict cross-border currency flows, limiting economic growth and innovation. Both scenarios demonstrate how technological or regulatory barriers hinder progress and development.

Conclusion

When facing uncertain tax environments and financial risks, individuals and entities in Malaysia can still adopt similar strategies by using offshore trusts and global wealth management to protect and grow wealth. Malaysian investors can achieve tax optimization and wealth management goals by utilizing offshore trusts in other jurisdictions.

By deeply understanding the connections between the Dark Forest logic and offshore trust, global wealth management, and tax optimization, individuals and entities in Malaysia can better formulate financial strategies to cope with changing economic and tax environments, achieving financial freedom and long-term prosperity.

Global wealth management, global payment solutions, asset privacy, and tax optimization are just some of the many advantages of offshore trusts. To learn about the top 10 benefits of offshore trust accounts at Timeless International Family Office, please visit this link: https://fiam.my/10-benefits-of-offshore-trust-account/.

Timeless International Family Office

With an international professional team spread across locations like Singapore, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, London, Vienna, Geneva, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, and Marshall Islands, we deeply understand the importance of family legacy and are committed to assisting you in creating seamless generational wealth succession.

Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders, Timeless International Family Office has accumulated rich experience and strength, embarking you on an outstanding journey of family legacy, ensuring wealth continuity and achieving generational prosperity.

**This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Readers considering using offshore trust structures for financial planning or tax optimization should consult professional legal and tax advisors to ensure that actions taken comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The author and this website are not responsible for any actions or decisions made by readers based on the content of this article.

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