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17. Pension plan (Details Narrative) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2011 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2010 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2012 ZHEJIANG CNY | Dec. 31, 2011 ZHEJIANG CNY | Dec. 31, 2010 ZHEJIANG CNY
Aggregate contributions to pension plans and retirement benefit schemes | $ 364 | $ 455 | $ 390 | 2,564 | 2,331 | 488

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