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Global Sources' Chairman and CEO, Merle A. Hinrichs, said: “The purchase of office space in Shanghai addresses our long-term needs as we continue to expand in China. The office is located near the Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and a regional transportation hub connecting to the Yangtze River Delta areas. In addition, the offices are adjacent to the Shanghai Metro stations, which are ideal for our team members.”

The property is in the Changning district and totals approximately 6,668 square meters. The purchase price was RMB 326 million (approximately US$51 million) and the transaction is expected to close in late August 2011.

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