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Their owners appear to have relied on international direct diplomacy with Iran, with most coming from China, India and Pakistan, says Dr Jonathan Schroden of CNA, a Washington DC-based non-profit research organisation.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Traditionally, many furniture factories in Foshan have relied on orders from retailers that would then sell the products to consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

I have relied on each in my career, and starting my own business was a way to fuse them.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

These organizations have relied on his guidance for fossil interpretation and exhibit development.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

“We have relied on South Vietnam to carry the brunt. Now we would be responsible for satisfactory military outcome.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin