Despite US pressure, China favors talks on Iran
Press TV
Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi on Wednesday underlined the 'urgent' need for the continuation of talks over the Iranian nuclear issue. "It is urgent to continue the negotiations, the dialogue," the Chinese minister told reporters after talks with …
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Swan down on growth for its own sake
The Australian
WAYNE Swan has attempted to counter public concern about population growth "for its own sake", promising to protect national living standards and environmental sustainability. The Treasurer has also vowed Labor will use "every arm of government" to …
50-somethings key to increasing productivityABC Online
Tax breaks flagged for older workersSydney Morning Herald
Swan backs aged mentor scheme proposed by Eddie PeraltaCourier Mail
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Suicide Bomber Kills Shi'ite Pilgrims in Iraq
Voice of America
Iraqi police say a female suicide bomber has killed more than 40 Shi'ite pilgrims and wounded more than 100 others in Baghdad. For several years, sectarian violence has plagued the pilgrimage that marks the death of a revered Shi'ite figure. …
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US defends .4bn weapons sale to Taiwan
BBC News
The US has defended a proposed weapons sale to Taiwan following a furious response from China. The US State Department said on Saturday that the sale contributed to "security and stability" between Taiwan and China, Reuters reported. …
China fumes at US arms sale to TaiwanThe Guardian
US defends .4bn Taiwan arms deal as China threatens sanctionsTimes Online
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Afghanistan: Security transition 'by end of 2010'
BBC News
Afghan forces could begin taking control of security in some provinces by the end of 2010, delegates at a key summit about the country have said. A statement at the end of the one-day meeting in London said the process could be complete within five …
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