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Back to EpisodesMexico Sues to Block Paris Auction of Ancient Artifacts
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Mexicos government is taking legal action to block the sale of forty pre-Columbian artifacts at a Paris auction, claiming they are national cultural heritage. The move comes after Mexicos anthropology institute identified the pieces as protected under national law. This is the second time Mexico has clashed with the auction house, Millon, over repatriation of ancient treasures. The auction is set for Friday, and Mexico is hoping for a swift resolution through courts and talks.
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