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Reminder: Lunar New Year

PASA would like to remind buyers that China will celebrate Lunar New Year with an official public holiday (Spring Festival) from Saturday, 10th February until Saturday, 17th February, meaning suppliers will shut down during this period.

As the Year of the Dragon begins, PASA wishes all who celebrate a Happy Lunar New Year.