Nov 4th, 2009 - Wall Street Journal
The Chinese central government's approval of Walt Disney Co.'s planned theme park in Shanghai could pave the way for one of the largest foreign investments ever in China, and marks an important milestone for the U.S. entertainment company's effort to extend its brand in the world's most populous nation.
Chinese authorities on Wednesday confirmed an announcement by Burbank, Calif.-based Disney that it had won Beijing's endorsement for its project after years of planning. If it is completed, Shanghai Disneyland would offer the company a significant presence in a market that, despite its size, has numerous hurdles to the distribution of ...
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Nov 4th, 2009 - Bloomberg
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* Company must still work out detailed deal with Shanghai * Beijing approval represents milestone for Disney * Park cost esimated at $3.6 bln - media reports (Adds details) SHANGHAI/LOS ANGELES...
