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Anyone who wishes to extend his\/ her cooperation and provide with valuable ideas, suggestions and expertise for upgrading the National Library, may join the \u201cFriends of the National Library\u201d which is a voluntary organization. When you become a member you will be keep in touch with the National Library activities and will be invited for its functions.<\/h4><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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