61.   In June last year, the ministry decided to lift the import ban on apples from New Zealand as it had complied with technical limitations.

62.   In June last year, the ministry lifted the import ban on New Zealand apples after it complied with technical requirements.

63.   A Tokyo court on Thursday upheld an import ban on a book of photographs by the late US photographer Robert Mapplethorpe on grounds of obscenity.

64.   An outright import ban would affect truck fleets which move cargo from major ports to Manila and other provincial centers, as well as passenger buses.

65.   Argentine officials on Friday urged South Korea to lift an import ban on beef from the South American nation and increase economic cooperation, officials said.

66.   Canada had argued that the import ban would have a devastating impact on Aboriginals whose way of life was based on the fur trade.

67.   Czech veterinary authorities issued the import ban on beef and beef by-products until further notice in line with EU recommendations, the ministry said.

68.   The official said the import ban could be lifted in the future if domestic output fails to keep pace with demand.

69.   Officials said the import ban affected companies and individuals and the decree made installation of dishes and accessories a punishable offence.

70.   Seehofer has refused the complete import ban sought by consumer associations and the Bundesrat, upper house of parliament, in an official request.