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## 19. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS (CONTINUED): 

The following table presents the change in the actuarial gains and losses recognized in other comprehensive income: 

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Principal actuarial assumptions used were as follows: 

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Expected rates of return on plan assets are based on external historical and forecast market conditions. 

