Competing Bidder For GNC Argues Expected Sale To Chinese Firm Would Cause Security Risks In US
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DynamicVetnures also contends Harbin Pharmaceutical is attempting to avoid a regulatory review by federal agencies on national security and other questions that is required when foreign companies make large investments in US businesses.
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