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Russian gov't allocates over US$840 million for Far East development
Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev signed an order allocating 53.7 billion rubles from the state coffers for the development of the country's Far East, the government said on June 18.
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Lao economy grows robustly, but with public debt risk: WB
Economic growth in Laos has seen robust expansion compared to regional peers but the country is still at risk.
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Feature: Library on wheels brings books to Athens neighborhoods
Along with the summer, the Mobile Library of the City of Athens came to life this year promising to fill as many neighborhoods as possible with books for children and adults.
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US, Thailand begin CARAT joint exercise
The US Navy and the Royal Thai Navy began the 24th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise in Pattaya, Thailand, on June 14.
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Korean woman suspected of catching Chikungunya fever
The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on June 15 that health authorities are launching epidemiological investigations into a woman with a suspected case of a mosquito-borne illness.
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Japan enacts law to ratify CPTPP
The Japanese Diet on June 13 enacted a law to ratify the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, moving a step closer to complete domestic procedures, according to Kyodo news.
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UN Secretary-General hails Vietnam’s commitment to realising SDGs
The United Nations values Vietnam’s strong commitment to realising sustainable development goals, adapting to climate change.
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US-DPRK Summit: Opening the door to an era of peace
Today (June 12), the whole world focuses its attention on the island country of Singapore.
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Singapore issues statement on meeting of Singaporean, DPRK leaders
Singapore’s Foreign Ministry on June 10 issued a press statement following the meeting between Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim Jong-un.
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DPRK leader arrives in Singapore
Leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un on June 10 arrived in Singapore, where he is scheduled to have a historic meeting with US President Donald Trump on June 12.
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G7 summit kicks off in Canada amid trade disputes between US, allies
The Group of Seven summit, which kicked off in Quebec, Canada is expected to be a tough meeting between the United States and its allies amid raising concerns over US tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
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Indonesia Navy strengthens security at sea
The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has focused on reinforcing security checks in its waters following an array of recent terror attacks in the country.
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