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[INST] The palace stated that the ceremony has been used to celebrate the sovereign's official birthday since 1748. [/INST] Since 1748, the ceremony has also marked the sovereign's official birthday, the palace said.
[INST] With an annual income of $29 million in the women's game, Maria Sharapova is the highest paid female athlete worldwide. [/INST] Maria Sharapova is the world's highest paid female athlete, earning $29 million a year in the women's game.
[INST] In recent years, there have been arguments made by politicians and others that Greenland could potentially benefit financially if it were to become a part of the United States. This was mentioned by Professor Gudmundur Alfredsson at the University of Akureyri in 2014. [/INST] Several politicians and others have in recent years argued that Greenland could hypothetically be in a better financial situation as a part of the United States; for instance mentioned by professor Gudmundur Alfredsson at University of Akureyri in 2014.
[INST] The checks are now very demanding. [/INST] The checks have become more stringent than ever before.
[INST] The 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup was the most recent tournament held from 24 September to 16 October 2009. [/INST] the last one was 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup which took place between 24 September - 16 October 2009.
[INST] The Appeals Chamber delves into the specifics of past cases and the perspectives of esteemed analysts on the Genocide Convention to justify their determination. [/INST] The Appeals Chamber examines the particulars of other cases and the viewpoints of esteemed commentators on the Genocide Convention to elucidate their conclusion.
[INST] Access the complete interview on Net-a-Porter's website. [/INST] Read the full interview online at Net-a-Porter .
[INST] The proliferation of modernity was largely facilitated by the widespread use of new technologies, particularly automobiles, movies, and radio. [/INST] The dissemination of modernity was largely driven by the widespread adoption of new technologies, especially cars, films, and radio.
[INST] Mr. Seaton and his wife are taking legal action against Dr. Patterson for removing a section of the truck driver's penis at the hospital where it occurred. [/INST] At the hospital where the incident occurred, Dr. Patterson is being sued by Mr. Seaton and his wife for removing part of the trucker's penis.
[INST] The damage done to our country's heritage is substantial and beyond belief. [/INST] It is difficult to fathom the extent of harm caused to our nation's heritage.
[INST] The population of Hull's port turned into 'trekkers', individuals who experienced a large-scale departure from cities before, during, and after attacks. [/INST] The people of Hull's port became 'trekkers', individuals who underwent a mass migration from urban areas before, during, and after attacks.
[INST] The fleet suffered significant losses during the day's events. [/INST] The fleet endured a high number of casualties throughout the day.
[INST] According to surveys, these schools are proliferating in Africa and Asia. [/INST] Surveys suggest these types of schools are expanding across Africa and Asia.
[INST] As per the source, she was a proud and affectionate mother to her children, and her sons had visited her at work on a few occasions. [/INST] The source disclosed that she was a devoted and proud mother to her two boys, who had occasionally come to see her at work.
[INST] The Federal Reserve unveiled a new approach to stimulate the American economy by reallocating $400 billion of its assets to lower long-term loan interest rates. [/INST] The Fed, adopting a new strategy to try to get the U.S. economy going, announced on Wednesday it would shuffle $400billion of its own holdings in hopes of reducing interest rates on long-term loans.
[INST] Benny Hinn's representatives made an agreement with Mr Araujo's father, who is a sign language translator, to avoid pressing charges against the men, as per the police. [/INST] According to police, Mr Araujo's father, a sign language translator, entered into an agreement with Benny Hinn's representatives to not press charges against the men.
[INST] The next stage involves extending the parkway by two miles (3 km) from Hart Plaza to the Ambassador Bridge, resulting in a total of eight kilometers (5 miles) of parkway from one bridge to the other. [/INST] The second phase is a two-mile (3 km) extension from Hart Plaza to the Ambassador Bridge for a total of five miles (8 km) of parkway from bridge to bridge.
[INST] Until 1840, Britain transported convicts to New South Wales. [/INST] Transporting convicts to New South Wales was continued by Britain until 1840.
[INST] In addition, anarchism's different sects, with notable figures like Mikhail Bakunin, Pierre-Joseph Proudhon, and Peter Kropotkin, and syndicalism, also achieved some prominence. [/INST] Also, anarchism's diverse factions, featuring thinkers such as Mikhail Bakunin, Pierre-Joseph Proudhon, and Peter Kropotkin, and syndicalism, experienced some recognition.
[INST] The Bhirrana and Mehrgarh findings, both located in South Asia, are evidence of the Early Neolithic culture, with the former dating back to 7500 BCE and the latter to 7000-9000 BCE. [/INST] South Asia's Early Neolithic culture is exemplified by the Bhirrana and Mehrgarh discoveries, which were found in Haryana, India and Balochistan, Pakistan, respectively, and date back to 7500 BCE and 7000-9000 BCE.
[INST] Peter states that the extended maturation of the leaves contributes significantly to the tea's flavor profile. [/INST] Peter adds that maturing the leaves for so long adds a great depth of flavour to the tea.
[INST] By means of the TEU, the European Council has the ability to establish specific arrangements for regions, as was the case with customs issues in Gibraltar and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. [/INST] The TEU empowers the European Council to make particular provisions for regions, as was done for customs matters in Gibraltar and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon.
[INST] A new feature was intended to take the place of the [Information Board], which presented news from the PlayStation website that was relevant to the user's area. [/INST] The [Information Board] was set to be replaced by a new feature that would showcase news from the PlayStation website that pertained to the user's region.
[INST] Mona Seif, a youthful activist, has dedicated herself to recording the military's human rights violations, and she claims that a group of prisoners were tortured, including being subjected to electric shocks, by the military on March 9th. [/INST] Mona Seif, a young activist who has made it her mission to document rights abuses by the armed forces, says one group of detainees was subjected to torture, including electric shocks, at the hands of the military March 9.
[INST] Professor David Graeber was terminated from his position after standing up for a student involved in campus labor conflicts. [/INST] Professor David Graeber was let go from his job after coming to the aid of a student involved in labor issues on campus.
[INST] Eton boasts an extensive roster of notable alumni. [/INST] Eton has a long list of distinguished former pupils.
[INST] The Xbox 360 was ranked as the second-best console of the 1993-2013 era by Edge, who praised its social network, cross-game chat, and regular release of new indie games, as well as its superior versions of many multiformat games. [/INST] Edge ranked Xbox 360 the second-best console of the 1993–2013 period, stating "It had its own social network, cross-game chat, new indie games every week, and the best version of just about every multiformat game...Killzone is no Halo and nowadays Gran Turismo is no Forza, but it's not about the exclusives—there's nothing to trump Naughty Dog's PS3 output, after all.
[INST] The late 1980s were a low point for English football, despite its notable achievements in Europe during the 1970s and early 1980s. [/INST] Despite enjoying considerable success in Europe during the 1970s and early 1980s, English football hit a low point in the late 1980s.
[INST] If you're looking for something even more cringe-worthy, look up "Mark Warner" and "Second Life" on Google. [/INST] To find a more cringe-worthy example, just search for "Mark Warner" and "Second Life" on Google.
[INST] Between 1781 and 1788, the first edifice was erected and later extended. [/INST] The earliest building was constructed and then expanded upon from 1781 to 1788.
[INST] When a new iPod (excluding the iPod Shuffle) is initially connected to a Windows computer, it is typically formatted with FAT32, and when connected to a Mac running Mac OS, it is formatted with HFS+. [/INST] Generally speaking, a new iPod (excluding the iPod Shuffle) will be formatted with FAT32 if it is first plugged into a Windows computer, and with HFS+ if it is first plugged into a Mac running Mac OS.
[INST] Medicine ball abdominal workout 2: Recline on your back and clasp the medicine ball above your head. [/INST] Abdominal medicine ball exercise 2: Lie on your back and hold the medicine ball above your head.
[INST] Mr Kwang Suk Kim, President of the Korean Community of Greater New York. [/INST] the Korean Community of Greater New York, Mr Kwang Suk Kim, President of .
[INST] With a per-screen opening average of $110,000, the film broke the record previously held by The Dark Knight, which was $100,200. [/INST] The record for the best per-screen opening average was broken by the movie, which earned $110,000, surpassing The Dark Knight's previous record of $100,200.
[INST] The show's overwhelming success during the mid-2000s and early 2010s gave rise to a number of imitating singing-competition shows, including Rock Star, Nashville Star, The Voice, Rising Star, The Sing-Off, and The X Factor. [/INST] Numerous similar singing-competition shows, such as Rock Star, Nashville Star, The Voice, Rising Star, The Sing-Off, and The X Factor, were spawned by the show's massive success in the mid-2000s and early 2010s.
[INST] The army had access to the mitrailleuse, a forerunner to the machine-gun, which had significant firepower but was immobile and had limited range, making it vulnerable to being overrun. [/INST] The mitrailleuse, a predecessor to the machine-gun, was also in the army's possession, and while it had concentrated firepower, it was comparatively immobile and lacked range, making it prone to being overrun.
[INST] The enormity of the robberies has resulted in substantial attention from both state and federal authorities in the United States, and the inquiry is ongoing. [/INST] The size of the thefts has prompted significant focus from state and federal authorities in the United States, and the investigation is still ongoing.
[INST] One of the numerous barriers I mention in this context is the PFA and Brad Friedel's objection to my work permit. [/INST] A particular challenge that I explore in this scenario is the opposition to my work permit by the PFA and, as I perceived then, Brad Friedel.
[INST] The ICVA was created in 1973 as a tax-exempt non-profit organization. [/INST] Established in 1973, the ICVA is a non-profit organization that is exempt from taxes.
[INST] During a combat operation, Kerry was in charge of his Swift boat and two other Swift boats. [/INST] On this occasion, Kerry was in tactical command of his Swift boat and two other Swift boats during a combat operation.
[INST] The city's political parties prioritize affordable housing, education, economic development, and labor politics. [/INST] Party platforms center on affordable housing, education, and economic development, and labor politics are of importance in the city.
[INST] My airline once considered implementing an automatic missile warning and detection system in response to the MANPAD threat that was gaining attention. [/INST] Back when the MANPAD threat was a prominent topic, my airline evaluated the possibility of installing an automatic missile warning and detection system.
[INST] According to KLAS-TV, Ryan Roskins, a street cleaner, has been observing headless chickens for a few weeks and has continued to come across their carcasses while performing his duties. [/INST] Street cleaner Ryan Roskins has been seeing headless chickens for a few weeks, and he told KLAS-TV that he still encounters their remains as he goes about his rounds.
[INST] The period of maturity for the establishment came after 1661, when the Kangxi Emperor succeeded his father, the Shunzhi Emperor, who had passed away, despite being established before the fall of the Ming. [/INST] Although it was established before the Ming's collapse, the establishment only reached maturity after the death of the Shunzhi Emperor and the accession of his son, the Kangxi Emperor, in 1661.
[INST] The rescuers located the couple in a woodland area roughly four kilometers away from Dante's parents' house in Mildura, Victoria. [/INST] In Mildura, Victoria, the pair was discovered by rescuers in a forest about four kilometers from Dante's parents' home.
[INST] The purpose of the pact, according to Liberal politicians Gladwyn Jebb and Andrew Phillips, was to discourage socialist legislation, which they criticized Hayek for. [/INST] Hayek faced criticism from Liberal politicians Gladwyn Jebb and Andrew Phillips, who claimed that the pact was designed to discourage socialist legislation.
[INST] In the clashes, 11 officers sustained minor injuries such as cuts and bruises, according to his statement. [/INST] He said 11 officers had suffered minor injuries, including cuts and bruises, in the clashes.
[INST] Unless they remember the safe word, they may suffocate. [/INST] They risk suffocation if they forget the safe word.
[INST] According to Dalelv's lawyer, the pardon from the sheikh is equivalent to a royal decree that erases any record of her conviction. [/INST] Dalelv's lawyer, Mahmoud Azab Abu Gareda, said the sheikh's pardon is "effectively a royal decree," which wipes the slate clean, leaving no record of her conviction.
[INST] There was a belief that bombing residential areas could result in a loss of civilian resolve, potentially causing production and civil life to crumble. [/INST] The bombing of residential centers was also believed to have the potential to undermine civilian determination, which could have resulted in the collapse of production and civil life.
[INST] Nonetheless, the way he has overseen the NHS since the election has been fraught with controversy. [/INST] Despite this, his leadership of the NHS since the election has been shrouded in controversy.
[INST] With around 150 bookstores in the 5th arrondissement and 250 book stalls along the Seine, the city is also known for its small bookshops. [/INST] The city boasts numerous small bookstores, including approximately 150 in the 5th arrondissement and 250 book stalls along the Seine.
[INST] The Scanadu Scout is equipped with various sensors and a microphone on its top that can detect five essential signs, such as heart rate, body temperature, and ECG, among others (as depicted above). In the Star Trek universe, a Tricorder is a scanning tool utilized by Starfleet members. [/INST] The Scanadu Scout contains a variety of different sensors alongside a microphone on the top of the gadget that can read five vital signs, including heart rate, body temperature, ECG and more (shown above) A Tricorder is a scanning device used by Starfleet personnel in the Star Trek universe.
[INST] During a pro-business gathering at Edinburgh airport, Mr Salmond expressed that pressuring individuals and corporations, as the Prime Minister and the Treasury have done, is a unique circumstance. [/INST] Mr Salmond, speaking at a pro-business event in Edinburgh airport, remarked that pressuring people and companies, as the Prime Minister and the Treasury have done, is a different situation.
[INST] The Thunder is guided by Billy Donovan, a first year head coach, and is supported by a number of NBA superstars, including Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, and Serge Ibaka, who is a nominee for Defensive Player of the Year and a shot-blocker. [/INST] Several NBA superstars, including Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, and Serge Ibaka, who is a nominee for Defensive Player of the Year and a shot-blocker, anchor the Thunder, which is led by first year head coach Billy Donovan.
[INST] Early Islamic philosophy stressed the inseparable relationship between science and religion, and the process of ijtihad to discover truth had significant political consequences for governance, rendering all philosophy "political". [/INST] In early Islamic philosophy, science and religion were closely linked, and the pursuit of truth through ijtihad had real political implications for governance, making all philosophy "political".
[INST] The events unfolding are unclear to us. [/INST] We are confused about the situation.
[INST] The bitumen is transformed into a light crude oil equivalent by a bitumen upgrader after being extracted from the sand. [/INST] After extraction from the sand, the bitumen is fed into a bitumen upgrader which converts it into a light crude oil equivalent.
[INST] Moreover, instructors and professors globally can be taken to far-flung or secluded learning centers. [/INST] Additionally, educators and lecturers worldwide can be brought to isolated or remote educational establishments.
[INST] Murray's claims about double standards were challenged by some who believed they were inaccurate. [/INST] Some individuals disagreed with Murray's claims about double standards, stating that they were inaccurate.
[INST] The Hohenzollern prince-electors of the Margraviate of Brandenburg became co-regents with Albert's son, the feeble-minded Albert Frederick in 1569. [/INST] In 1569 the Hohenzollern prince-electors of the Margraviate of Brandenburg became co-regents with Albert's son, the feeble-minded Albert Frederick.
[INST] Mayor Fernando Wood proposed that the aldermen declare independence from Albany and the United States in 1861 after the South seceded, but his proposal was not carried out. [/INST] In 1861, Mayor Fernando Wood suggested that the aldermen declare independence from Albany and the United States following the South's secession, but his proposal was not acted upon.
[INST] There could have been other potential dangers, whether tangible or digital, to law enforcement. [/INST] That may not have been the only threat -- real or virtual -- to police.
[INST] The western area of Switzerland as we know it today was under the rule of the Burgundian Kings from the end of the 4th century during the Early Middle Ages. [/INST] From the conclusion of the 4th century, the western part of Switzerland in modern times was a constituent of the territory governed by the Burgundian Kings in the Early Middle Ages.
[INST] Schools like the Groton School possessed significant endowments worth hundreds of millions of dollars, which were further bolstered by fundraising campaigns. [/INST] The leading schools such as the Groton School had substantial endowments running to hundreds of millions of dollars supplemented by fundraising drives.
[INST] Due to Congress' refusal to fund marijuana, anticipate a large number of DC inhabitants to protest against living under Congress' control. [/INST] With Congress blocking marijuana funding, expect many DC residents to cry foul about what they calling living under the thump of Congress.
[INST] While there is no evidence of significant earthquakes in Houston's historical records, the possibility of such events occurring in the distant past or future cannot be dismissed by experts. [/INST] Although there are no notable earthquakes on record in Houston, researchers acknowledge the possibility of seismic activity in the deeper past or future.
[INST] The 1956 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain jointly, in recognition of their research on semiconductors and their discovery of the transistor effect. [/INST] Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain were collectively granted the 1956 Nobel Prize in Physics for their research on semiconductors and their discovery of the transistor effect, as a form of recognition.
[INST] The couple's house contains grand pianos made by Schimmel and Kawai. [/INST] Grand pianos made by Schimmel and Kawai are present in the couple's home.
[INST] The rationalization of empire-building is a contentious element of imperialism. [/INST] A controversial aspect of imperialism is the defense and justification of empire-building based on seemingly rational grounds.
[INST] In 1928 and 1948, the second and fifth Winter Olympic Games were respectively held in the latter town. [/INST] The second and fifth Winter Olympic Games were hosted by the latter town in 1928 and 1948, respectively.
[INST] The head of Ansell's sexual wellness global business unit, Peter Carroll, revealed that a groundbreaking new sexual health product would soon be hitting store shelves. [/INST] Consumers can anticipate the arrival of a groundbreaking new sexual health product on store shelves soon, according to Peter Carroll, Ansell's president and general manager of the sexual wellness global business unit.
[INST] In 1583, he undertook a second effort to Newfoundland, where he officially claimed the harbor for England, but no settlers were left there. [/INST] He set out on a second attempt in 1583, this time to Newfoundland, where he claimed the harbor for England, but no settlers were left behind.
[INST] A museum located on First Hill, the Frye Art Museum, is free to enter. [/INST] The Frye Art Museum, which is situated on First Hill, is a museum that does not require payment for entry.
[INST] Following Twitter criticism, Sleep Train, a Rocklin, California-based mattress retailer, has acknowledged that it will no longer advertise on the show. [/INST] Sleep Train, a mattress retailer based in Rocklin, California, has succumbed to Twitter pressure and confirmed that it will no longer promote its products on the program.
[INST] Figueroa stands taller than certain adult staff members at the Little League Baseball World Series. [/INST] There are adult staff members at the Little League Baseball World Series who are not as tall as Figueroa.
[INST] Book 8 sees Aeneas joining forces with King Evander, who holds sway over the future site of Rome, and being gifted with fresh armor and a shield that showcases the history of Rome. [/INST] Aeneas teams up with King Evander in Book 8, who governs the forthcoming location of Rome, and is bestowed with a new suit of armor and a shield that illustrates the history of Rome.
[INST] The majority of Raleigh is made up of hills that slope eastward towards the state's flat coastal plain. [/INST] Raleigh's landscape is dominated by gently rolling hills that slope towards the flat coastal plain of the state.
[INST] A new movement, known as Citizens for Democratic Rights in Eritrea, was created in early 2009 to promote dialogue between the government and opposition. [/INST] The formation of Citizens for Democratic Rights in Eritrea in early 2009 aimed to facilitate communication between the government and opposition.
[INST] The intention of the first line, as stated by Morganelli, was to sell computer users counterfeit antivirus software. [/INST] Morganelli explained that the ultimate goal of the first line was to push fake antivirus software onto computer users.
[INST] Matrox created a computer/LaserDisc player for instructional use under a contract with the U.S. Military. [/INST] Under contract from the U.S. Military, Matrox produced a combination computer/LaserDisc player for instructional purposes.
[INST] Despite thinking the performance was successful, Lynch was disappointed to learn of the backlash it received. [/INST] Lynch believed the performance was positively received, but was disappointed to hear about the negative feedback.
[INST] Eritrea was picked by the Italian government to be the central industrial location of Italian East Africa. [/INST] The Italian government elected Eritrea to be the main industrial site of Italian East Africa.
[INST] Airline policy allows for medical devices, strollers, and other equipment to be brought on board without it being counted towards a passenger's carry-on allowance. [/INST] Passengers are permitted to bring medical devices, strollers, and certain other equipment on board without it being included in their carry-on allowance, as per airline policy.
[INST] Her first appearance on stage was in a performance of Goose and Tom-Tom by David Rabe, where she acted alongside Penn, who also starred in the movie adaptation. [/INST] She made her theatrical debut in a production of David Rabe's Goose and Tom-Tom; the film and play both co-starred Penn.
[INST] Mr Abbott joined others in expressing sympathy for the plane crash victims by writing in the condolence book at Parliament House on Tuesday. [/INST] On Tuesday, Mr Abbott penned a message of condolence for the victims of the plane crash in the condolence book at Parliament House.
[INST] Somerset is made up of five districts, namely West Somerset, South Somerset, Taunton Deane, Mendip, and Sedgemoor. [/INST] The five districts that form Somerset are West Somerset, South Somerset, Taunton Deane, Mendip, and Sedgemoor.
[INST] In a previous interview with The Mirror, she stated that she was having difficulty obtaining a visa to remain in Britain, and he was unable to marry her due to his ongoing divorce. [/INST] She was struggling for a visa to stay in Britain and he couldn't ­marry her as his ­divorce hadn't come through,' she explained in an earlier interview in The Mirror.
[INST] While there were no pitched battles, there was still suppression and fatalities, with all political parties, labor unions, and Galician nationalist organizations like the Seminario de Estudos Galegos being abolished. [/INST] Despite the lack of any major conflicts, there was still oppression and loss of life, with all political factions, labor unions, and Galician nationalist groups such as the Seminario de Estudos Galegos being dissolved.
[INST] Sewall Wright suggested in 1978 that human populations that have long inhabited separate regions of the world should generally be classified as different subspecies based on the usual criterion that most individuals of such populations can be correctly allocated by inspection. [/INST] According to Sewall Wright's proposal in 1978, human populations that have been living in isolated parts of the world for a long time should be classified as distinct subspecies based on the criterion that most individuals can be accurately identified by visual examination.
[INST] Brave Robotics' decade-long research has resulted in the creation of the Transform Robot Version 7.2, developed by Mr Ishida's company. [/INST] The Transform Robot Version 7.2 is the product of a decade of research by Mr Ishida's company Brave Robotics.
[INST] The assassination attempts were spurred on by Edward Oxford's exoneration in 1840, according to his own perception. [/INST] Edward Oxford perceived that his acquittal in 1840 had given rise to the assassination attempts.
[INST] People who have the ability to work will not receive state funding anymore. [/INST] The state will discontinue funding for individuals who are capable of working.
[INST] Bury Magistrates' Court was informed that Miss Mitchell had terminated her relationship. [/INST] Miss Mitchell was reported to have ended her relationship by Bury Magistrates' Court.
[INST] The university has a partial management role in Argonne National Laboratory, which is a part of the national laboratory system of the United States Department of Energy. Additionally, it has a shared interest in Fermilab, a particle physics laboratory located nearby, and also in the Apache Point Observatory in Sunspot, New Mexico. [/INST] The university partially manages Argonne National Laboratory, part of the United States Department of Energy's national laboratory system, and has a joint stake in Fermilab, a nearby particle physics laboratory, as well as a stake in the Apache Point Observatory in Sunspot, New Mexico.
[INST] The Southern Baptist Convention adopted conservative theology as its official stance after experiencing comparable disputes regarding modernism. [/INST] Following similar conflicts over modernism, the Southern Baptist Convention adhered to conservative theology as its official position.
[INST] The lady's boyfriend is weary of having the same dish repeatedly at home. [/INST] Her companion is sick and tired of consuming the same meal at home.
[INST] The majority of evidence indicates that the classification of orders is correct, however, there is disagreement among scientists regarding the connections between the orders. Various forms of evidence, including modern bird anatomy, fossils, and DNA, have been utilized to address the issue, but a definitive agreement has not been reached. [/INST] Most evidence seems to suggest the assignment of orders is accurate, but scientists disagree about the relationships between the orders themselves; evidence from modern bird anatomy, fossils and DNA have all been brought to bear on the problem, but no strong consensus has emerged.
[INST] Friction is a demonstration of the electromagnetic force that exists between the atoms of two surfaces, as well as the Pauli exclusion principle, which prohibits atoms from passing through each other. [/INST] The electromagnetic force acting between the atoms of two surfaces and the Pauli exclusion principle, which prevents atoms from passing through each other, are both exemplified by friction.
[INST] A powerful authoritarian state and strong central planning made it easier to implement significant changes; the West may experience a different and potentially less successful development process. [/INST] The ease of implementing significant changes was facilitated by a potent authoritarian government and robust central planning; the West may encounter a dissimilar and potentially less fruitful development process.