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    <loc>https://taiwandefence.com/article/taiwans-coast-guard-to-show-drone-and-unmanned-boat-in-first-public-outing-as-it-plans-air-sea-overhaul</loc>
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      <news:title>Taiwan&apos;s coast guard to show drone and unmanned boat in first public outing as it plans air-sea overhaul</news:title>
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