Problem: (1) In March 1298 , he received official Mongolian recognition as the ruler of Burma .
(2) In March 1298 , he received official Mongolian recognition as the ruler of Burma .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) After many delays , the segment from Abuja to Kaduna ( 187 km ) opened officially on 26 July 2016 .
(2) The segment from Abuja to Kaduna ( 187 km ) was officially opened after many delays on 26 July 2016 .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) Their objectives were , in most cases , involuntary areas ( see Underpopulated Remote Settlements in the Soviet Union ) .
(2) In most cases their destinations were Involuntary areas ( see underpopulated remote settlements in the Soviet Union ) .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) Julia had also told Do privately that she had read their letters to Elinor .
(2) Elinor had also told Do privately that she had read their letters to Julia .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A:
no