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Governments sue tobacco firms 

Legal experts have said that Siegel's finding that a Miami court lacks jurisdiction in such cases could indicate a similar fate for other foreign plaintiffs.

In a statement, Philip Morris said it would mount a vigorous defense to the latest lawsuits, which it says go directly against Siegel's earlier determination.

``Simply alleging injuries to its citizenry does not entitle a foreign government to target an American industry and try to exploit the U.S. court system,'' said William S. Ohlemeyer, associate general counsel for the company.

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