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BRIEF-Canada Minister of Industry confirms extension of review period for CNOOC's proposed acquisition of Nexen

Oct 11 (Reuters) - :

* Minister Paradis confirms extension of review period under the investment

Canada act

* Canada Minister Of Industry-confirms review period for CNOOC's proposed

acquisition of Nexen has been extended by 30 days

* Canada Minister Of Industry-the proposed transaction is undergoing a rigorous

review under the Investment Canada act

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