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Yao Ming, Shakira, Queen Rania of Jordan and Jack Ma are just a few of the big names attached to the project.
Company chairman Jack Ma said the commitment had been predicated on a “friendly U.S.-China partnership."
Alibaba's Jack Ma bought the paper for an undisclosed amount.
The two also discussed climate change and government incentives for young entrepreneurs.
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The e-commerce giant already owns 18.3 percent of Youku Tudou, but has now offered to buy the rest of the shares as part of its push into online video.