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Our carefully curated programme helps you address both strategic and operational needs to help your organisation prepare for public transport of the future.

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Breakfast Bytes
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 08:00 – 09:30

Alliances That Pay: Choosing Models To Deliver Value

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Funding and Financing
Breakfast Bytes: Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast and an inspiring session
How can public and private sectors work together to deliver better transport projects? This session explores real-world global examples showing how smart procurement and partnerships shape infrastructure, operations and passenger experience. Learn from experts onselecting the right models, managing costs, and ensuring long-term success for all stakeholders. See full information
Breakfast Bytes
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 08:00 – 09:30

Shared Vehicles and Public Transport: Good Neighbours Every Day?

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Shared Mobility
Breakfast Bytes: Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast and an inspiring session
What is the relationship between shared vehicles and public transport? Explore shared vehicles’ place in the public transport landscape, through diverse models and integration strategies. In this session, you will also discover how global authorities and operators are integrating shared vehicles – the how, why and who of shared vehicles as public transport. See full information
Must Attend Event
Ceremonies
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 10:00 – 12:00

Opening Ceremony

Expertise Exchange Elevate
Ceremonies: Join us for the Summit’s must-attend moments as we celebrate achievements, recognise excellence, and mark key milestones for the sector.
Join us for the official opening of the UITP Summit with a keynote speaker and special guests. See full information
Lunch & Learn
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 12:00 – 13:30

AI and The Passenger Experience: Balancing Innovation with Human Connection

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
Lunch & Learn: Refuel with knowledge over a delicious lunch, as leading public transport voices share insights on the sector’s key challenges.
Artificial intelligence is transforming passenger interactions – from personalised information to predictive service management. It is also reshaping marketing campaigns, with more targeted, data-driven strategies. But technology alone is not enough. This session explores how to balance digital innovation and human connection, ensuring that AI builds trust and improves the overall experience for the passenger. See full information
Lunch & Learn
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 12:00 – 13:30

Active Mobility Masterplans: Boosting Public Transport and Reducing Car Dependency

Exchange Elevate
Lunch & Learn: Refuel with knowledge over a delicious lunch, as leading public transport voices share insights on the sector’s key challenges.
Walking and cycling are the foundation for inclusive mobility and boosting public transport ridership worldwide. In this session, you will discover learnings from global cities, both in new build and densely car-dominated environments. Discussions will consider design infrastructure, climate resilience, and integration with transport networks to support policy and healthy cities. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 13:30 – 14:30

Automated Vehicles in Public Transport: Scaling Beyond Pilots For True Integration

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Shared Mobility
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
After years of pilot projects, public transport innovators are ready for full-scale deployments of automated vehicles. But obstacles remain. This session brings together innovative operators and authorities with large-scale AV experience to discuss financing, sustainable use cases, and how these services can truly integrate into public transport networks. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 13:30 – 14:30

Managing the Masses: Public Transport’s Role in Large-Scale Events

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Large events challenge global cities to manage exceptional demand peaks. This session, examines how stakeholders plan temporary high-capacity services, coordinate multiple transport modes, regulate passenger flows, and communicate in real time. Explore key topics including emergency planning, accredited travel, volunteer operations, and the smart technologies that allow for effortless event mobility. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 15:00 – 16:00

Taxis, Ride-hailing and the Automation Shift: A Strategic Transformation

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Shared Mobility
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
The taxi and ride-hailing industry is preparing for strategic transformation as leading companies rethink engagement with the autonomous vehicle industry. As automation impacts traditional service delivery, questions arise around business model sustainability, regulations, and integration with point-to-point transport. In this session, you will gain insights into emerging models, strategies, and policy frameworks to ensure inclusive… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 15:00 – 16:00

Wayfinding That Works: Moving From Confusion to Confidence

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Helping passengers navigate public transport is essential to a positive experience and smooth journeys in complex environments. This session shows how wayfinding – clear signage, maps, architectural cues, and digital tools – builds trust, reduces anxiety, and transforms journeys. Through global examples, you will discover how wayfinding shifts journeys from confusion to confidence. See full information
Must Attend Event
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 15:00 – 16:00

Zero Fare or Fair Share? Funding in Latin America

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Funding and Financing
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
This is a Strategic Session bringing together C-level leaders, ministers, and government officials for exclusive high-level discussions. Public transport funding is one of Latin America’s most pressing policy debates. This session exchanges experiences and best practices to secure funding for integrated public transport. Explore how to increase, quality, and make it affordable for all –… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 16:30 – 17:30

NextGen Talent for NextGen Transport: What Do Emerging Leaders Want and Need?

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
How can public transport attract, engage, and retain the next generation of talent? Find out by talking to the NextGen Leaders themselves. This session explores what matters to young talent today – from technology and values to inclusive career pathways and early-career programmes – through candid conversations between senior leaders and candidates of UITP’s Emerging… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 16:30 – 17:30

Sustainable, Just and Collaborative: Building a Resilient Public Transport Sector

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Funding and Financing
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
The global energy transition demands more than climate goals – public transport must also address ethical sourcing, circularity, and social responsibility, to ensure a strong and resilient sector. This session examines how public procurement can leverage innovation and sustainability to deliver long-term societal value, cross-sector partnerships, and position public transport as the true enabler of… See full information
Must Attend Event
Networking Event
  • Date Tuesday, April 21
  • Time 17:30 – 19:30

Welcome Reception

Exchange Elevate
Networking Event: Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships across the sector.
The Welcome Reception will take place at Dubai World Trade Center See full information
Breakfast Bytes
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 08:00 – 09:30

Bus Electrification: Managing the Hidden Challenges

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Innovation in Bus Systems
Breakfast Bytes: Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast and an inspiring session
The transition towards zero-emission bus fleets is globally underway. But hidden challenges still remain. This session explores key considerations in fleet electrification, focusing on depot construction and/or adaptation, fire protection measures, and battery-related aspects examined from infrastructure, operator, and vehicle component perspectives. See full information
Breakfast Bytes
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 08:00 – 09:30

The Last Mile Matters: Multimodality Makes Rail Projects Work

Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Future of Rail
Breakfast Bytes: Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast and an inspiring session
New rail infrastructure – whether upgrading existing systems or introducing completely new lines– only succeeds with strong multimodal connections. This session gives planners and decision-makers insights into best practices for combining mobility solutions with shared, on-demand and active modes to attract ridership and make new rail services successful. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 10:00 – 11:00

Building Stronger Networks: Resilience for a Secure and Sustainable Future

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Public transport must be resilient to ensure safety, reliability, and sustainability. This session explores how transport systems can prevent, withstand, and recover from security, energy, and climate disruptions. This session explores how operators prepare for, respond to, and recover from today’s biggest risks. Drawing on sector surveys and real-world incidents, leaders share practical strategies to… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 10:00 – 11:00

Meeting Global Targets: Accessing Climate Finance For Public Transport

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Funding and Financing
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Meeting global climate targets depends on the ability to mobilise finance for public transport projects. This session showcases organisations that have successfully accessed climate finance through international carbon credit markets and green bond issuance. Identify pathways and strategies to help the sector improve access to climate finance and unlock funding for ambitious, climate-aligned expansion projects. See full information
Must Attend Event
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 10:00 – 11:00

Transforming MENA: Showcasing Mega Public Transport Projects

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Funding and Financing
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
This is a Strategic Session bringing together C-level leaders, ministers, and government officials for exclusive high-level discussions. The MENA region is experiencing unprecedented infrastructure and urban development. From new cities and economic zones to large-scale transport corridors and transit-oriented developments, these mega-projects present both opportunities and complex challenges. Explore how they are being planned, financed,… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 11:30 – 12:30

Integration in Action: From Car Parks to Transport Hubs

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Shared Mobility
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Cities are redefining parking as an enabler of connected mobility. In this session, you will examine how parking policies and smart management systems support multimodal and intermodal integration – connecting public transport, shared mobility, and active modes. Drawing on global examples, this session highlights how parking transformation drives modal shift and strengthens sustainable transport networks. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 11:30 – 12:30

Security in Action: Global Perspectives on Passenger Protection

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
As urban mobility evolves into seamless, multimodal journeys, passenger protection is expanding beyond information and ticket reimbursement to include the right to a safer, more secure journey. Explore how evolving and universal principles of passenger protection that can be adapted to local contexts. See full information
Lunch & Learn
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 12:30 – 14:00

Future-Proof CBTC: Building Robustness and Resilience into Rail Operations

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
Lunch & Learn: Refuel with knowledge over a delicious lunch, as leading public transport voices share insights on the sector’s key challenges.
This session explores how operators and suppliers are making systems more robust through improved design, degraded[SS2.1] mode operations, and smarter deployment strategies. Through success stories and current work, you will discover how to enhance the potential of CBTC and create systems that meet future needs. See full information
Lunch & Learn
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 12:30 – 14:00

The Role of Paratransit: The Future of Collective Mobility?

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Innovation in Bus Systems
Lunch & Learn: Refuel with knowledge over a delicious lunch, as leading public transport voices share insights on the sector’s key challenges.
Paratransit provides vital collective mobility and connectivity across Africa, South-East Asia, Latin and Central America, and Eurasia. It creates employment opportunities and fills gaps left by formal mass transit – but the sector needs transformation to improve passenger experiences, driver working conditions, and community wellbeing. This interactive session encourages reflection on paratransit’s role in sustainable… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 14:00 – 15:00

AI in Action: From Operations to Cost Optimisation

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Innovation in Bus Systems
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
As AI evolves rapidly, its role in public transport expands. Organisations are advancing AI deployment in staff engagement, operational resilience and passenger comfort. In this session, service providers and industry experts share global examples that deliver value and discuss the future of AI adoption in the sector. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 14:00 – 15:00

Bus Commercial Speed: Unlocking Hidden Treasure

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Innovation in Bus Systems
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Speeding up buses by reducing traffic burden is one of the most powerful yet underestimated levers for improving public transport. This session will discuss how increased commercial speed delivers faster, more reliable, safer services while improving quality, lowering costs, energy use, and helping address driver shortages. See full information
Must Attend Event
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 14:00 – 15:00

Public Transport as a Right: Bridging Mobility, Equity, and Planning

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
This is a Strategic Session bringing together C-level leaders, ministers, and government officials for exclusive high-level discussions. Can public transport become a universal right? This session examines the intersection of human rights and urban planning, focusing on mixed-use planning and inclusive Transit-Oriented Development to alleviate transport poverty. Experts discuss mitigating exclusionary impacts throughpolicy, adapting contexts,… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 15:30 – 16:30

Battery Lifecycle Management for Electric Fleets: A Shared Roadmap

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Innovation in Bus Systems
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
This session moves beyond technical specs to examine holistic, real-world battery management for modern electric public transport. Featuring insights from In Motion Charging trolleybus operations, this discussion will hold global relevance for any fleet. Gain a 360° perspective, from AI-driven procurement and daily operations to end-of-life repurposing and compliance. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 15:30 – 16:30

Beyond Technology: Strategic Decisions Behind Ticketing Systems

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
All operators and authorities want simple, equitable access to mobility. With context, and not technology alone, the paths organisations take can be influenced and shaped. In this session, you will discover how governance frameworks and policy priorities shape strategic choices for future-proof ticketing and payment. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Wednesday, April 22
  • Time 15:30 – 16:30

Predictive Maintenance in Action: Advancing Rolling Stock Reliability

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
With ageing assets, rising demand, and impacted budgets – reliability has never mattered more. This session shows how operators are using predictive maintenance and AI-driven analytics to improve rolling stock performance. Explore proven technologies – onboard sensors, edge computing, fleet health monitoring, condition-based interventions – and see how they enable early fault detection, fewer delays,… See full information
Breakfast Bytes
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 08:00 – 09:30

Battery Innovation Across Rail: From Safety to Technology

Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Future of Rail
  • Interpretation AI translation
Breakfast Bytes: Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast and an inspiring session
Explore the challenges, opportunities and emerging use cases for integrating batteries into rail vehicles – from regional and suburban services, to conventional and automated metros, and light rail. Drawing on diverse perspectives, this session will examine current projects and the technological outlook shaping future battery-powered rail solutions. See full information
Breakfast Bytes
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 08:00 – 09:30

Night-Time Mobility: Strategies for the 24-Hour City

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Shared Mobility
Breakfast Bytes: Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast and an inspiring session
How can integrated public transport networks support vibrant night-time economies while reducing car reliance? This session examines flexible transport options and urban space management to meet demand safely as conversations continue on accessibility for workers and residents after dark. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 10:00 – 11:00

Cyber Resilience: Smart Defences for Smarter Mobility

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Cybersecurity is now business-critical for public transport, shaping safety, reliability and public trust. This session makes the business case for cybersecurity as a strategic business priority. Examine emerging technologies, standards and regulations and discover practical approaches to how operators, authorities, and suppliers can work together to build cyber-resilience and keep our global systems running. See full information
Must Attend Event
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 10:00 – 11:00

Scaling Urban Rail: Global Strategies and Regional Realities

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Future of Rail
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
This is a Strategic Session bringing together C-level leaders, ministers, and government officials for exclusive high-level discussions. Urban rail is advancing at different speeds, shaped by local priorities, investment, and governance. Senior rail leaders from around the world will share how cities are expanding, adapting, and future-proofing their networks. Explore enabling conditions and innovative approaches… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 10:00 – 11:00

The E-Bus Across the Globe: Procurement and Business Models For the Future

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Funding and Financing
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Innovative procurement and contracting models are accelerating the deployment of e-buses across the world. This session discusses how authorities and operators are redefining ownership, financing, and risk allocation. Explore global trends, financing tools, and key procurement lessons supporting scalable and sustainable transitions to zero-emission bus fleets. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 11:30 – 12:30

Leading Safer Journeys: Management’s Role in Embedding Safety

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Safety is the cornerstone of passenger trust. This session highlights how management must champion a safety-first mindset, setting clear KPIs and enforcing accountability at all levels. Explore how to integrate safety into daily operations and traffic strategies using real-world examples and actionable insights. You will also be able to discuss best practices for building a… See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 11:30 – 12:30

The Metro of Tomorrow: AI, Data and Intelligent Systems

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Future of Rail
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
What will the metros of the future look like? Explore the most promising technologies and developments meeting the needs of tomorrow’s passengers. Examine how AI and data science improve service quality and what disruptive innovations are emerging. This session draws on global insights from ongoing initiatives including the NEXUS European project. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 11:30 – 12:30

The Power of Data: Driving Smarter Multimodal Mobility

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Digitalisation has created a wealth of data – but extracting the benefits remains a challenge for operators. The future of mobility depends on how effectively we share, manage, use and connect these data sources. Experts will discuss approaches to data storage, governance and sharing to generate value and improve multimodal services. See full information
Lunch & Learn
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 12:30 – 14:00

Technology Meets Inclusion: Co-Creating Access for All

Exchange Elevate
  • Track Smart Technologies and Data
Lunch & Learn: Refuel with knowledge over a delicious lunch, as leading public transport voices share insights on the sector’s key challenges.
How can technology and collaboration make public transport truly accessible for everyone? This session explores real-world examples of co-creating inclusive mobility solutions. From wayfinding apps to connected infrastructure, discover how partnerships, open data, and passenger-centred designs are breaking down barriers and ensuring digital transformation leaves no one behind. See full information
Lunch & Learn
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 12:30 – 14:00

The Regional Rail Revival: Rebuild, and Reconnect.

Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Future of Rail
Lunch & Learn: Refuel with knowledge over a delicious lunch, as leading public transport voices share insights on the sector’s key challenges.
This fast-paced, story-centred session celebrates the revival of regional and suburban railways. Speakers will share stories of reopening lines, revitalising rail’s role, and reconnecting communities. You will discover tangible outcomes, financial aspects and innovative approaches, offering practical insights into how rail transforms places and lives. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 14:00 – 15:00

Designing for Diversity: Meeting The Needs of Passengers Across Their Journeys

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Human Factor
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Understanding how different groups experience and perceive public transport systems is essential to creating services that are inclusive, efficient, and appealing. This session examines how authorities, operators, planners, and designers can use an integrated approach to connect service planning, products and asset design. See full information
Congress Session
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 14:00 – 15:00

The Age of Automation: Reshaping Light Rail Safety

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Track The Future of Rail
  • Interpretation AI translation
Congress Sessions: Leading voices from the public transport sector will share with you their experiences and ideas on the important topics that the sector is facing.
Automation is reshaping safety in light rail systems – balancing human oversight with emerging digital technologies. Gain clear insights into new safety opportunities, risks, and the organisational adaptations needed for reliable, future‑ready operations in an increasingly automated environment. See full information
Must Attend Event
Ceremonies
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 15:30 – 17:30

Closing Ceremony

Expertise Exchange Elevate
  • Interpretation AI translation
Ceremonies: Join us for the Summit’s must-attend moments as we celebrate achievements, recognise excellence, and mark key milestones for the sector.
Join us for a look at the best moments and key conclusions of the 2027 UITP Summit. We will be joined by special guests as we look forward to the next editions. Plus, we will be making a special announcement about UITP’s new initiative for a global day of celebration of public transport. Attend the… See full information
Networking Event
  • Date Thursday, April 23
  • Time 19:00 – 20:30

Networking Dinner

Exchange Elevate
Networking Event: Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships across the sector.
The Networking Dinner will take place at the Atlantis Hotel.   See full information
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