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WASHINGTON D.C. -- President Barack Obama celebrated 50 years of diplomatic relations with Singapore Tuesday with a state dinner for a leader Mr. Obama praised as respected around the world and a trusted partner.Mr. Obama reserved the 12th state dinner of his presidency to honor Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his wife, Ho Ching. Mr. Obama
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