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Who owns the pandas?
When pandas are sent to zoos abroad, they remain the property of China. The host zoo typically pays a significant fee for the loan, which often goes towards panda conservation efforts in China. This arrangement ensures China maintains ownership while allowing other countries to participate in their care and study.
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