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Restriction on retained earnings

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2014

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28. Restriction on retained earnings

As of December 31, 2014, $7.9 million of retained earnings are restricted from dividend distribution for purposes of complying with local regulatory requirements.

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Disclosure of retained earnings which is unavailable for dividend distribution. Includes also retained earnings appropriated for loss contingencies.

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