Dubai ports plan dropped by UAE firm amid political clash
The Dubai based DP World abruptly abandoned its bid to manage U S port operations prompting relief in Washington. President Bush had faced a looming veto fight with Congress over the deal, but the surprise withdrawal allows a way forward in a contentious national security issue.
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FutureGen project ends bid for Baytown area plant
Howard cites Houston non attainment air area as reason FutureGen site unlikely. Baytown officials note informal action and await formal Texas FutureGen announcement while urging focus on other large projects. The near zero emissions plant would gasify coal to produce electricity for about 275000 homes without typical pollutants.
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