Some African governments would disagree with this last point - and not only those who seek to misappropriate aid funds.

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In this case as in others, a potential licensee has chosen to misappropriate patented technology (and take its chances in court) rather than pay for it or forebear from its use.

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The real and practical worry is that the refusal of the British Museum to discuss the issue seriously will give the wrong message to those tempted to exploit current political circumstances in order to misappropriate cultural treasures and destroy their integrity.

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