Saturday 4th July, 2009
India, Japan to work for early FMCT, fast-track economic pact
Asia Pacific News.NetTokyo/india and Japan, the only country to have been attacked by atomic bombs, Friday decided to work together for an early conclusion of the Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty and to fast-track negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement.
Japan extends its naval unit's Afghan support mission
Asia Pacific News.NetJapan's Cabinet Friday approved a bill to extend its troops' refuelling operations in the Indian Ocean to help the US-led forces in Afghanistan by another six months till next year, a media report said.
North Korea cements military ties with Myanmar
Asia Pacific News.NetA leaked report purportedly drafted by authorities in Myanmar’s military government describes a top-secret visit to North Korea late last year by Myanmar's top brass, during which the two sides pledged to significantly expand cooperation in military training and arms production, Radio Free Asia reports.
Swine flu patient dies of electrocution in China
Asia Pacific News.NetHangzhou (China), (Xinhua) A patient suffering from influenza A (H1N1), better known as swine flu, died of electrocution when she was taking a shower in a hospital here, the police said Friday.
Seoul to spend billions on thwarting North Korea threat
Asia Pacific News.NetSouth Korea Friday announced plans to spend billions on sophisticated technology to counter the perceived threat of a North Korean nuclear attack.
India-Japan stitch a comprehensive economic partnership pact
Asia Pacific News.NetTokyo, July 3 : India and Japan on Friday agreed to cooperate on pressing global issues of climate change, disarmament and non-proliferation while moving ahead in negotiations to stitch a comprehensive economic partnership pact.
India, Japan agree to fast track work on freight, industrial corridors
Asia Pacific News.NetTokyo, : India and Japan on Friday agreed to take steps to fast track work on the Dedicated Freight Corridor and the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor Project.
Toad captured on camera while eating snake in China
Asia Pacific News.NetMelbourne, : In a rare case of a predator hunted by its prey, a toad has for the first time been captured on camera while eating a whole snake in just five minutes.
Pacific Northwest forests hold significant potential to increase carbon storage
Asia Pacific News.NetWashington, : A new study has determined that the forests of the Pacific Northwest hold significant potential to increase carbon storage and help mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in the coming years.
Foreign, regional students to be given priority on-campus housing in Australia
Asia Pacific News.NetCanberra, : Newly arrived international students could be given priority for on-campus accommodation as one way of boosting safety, according to a position paper released on Thursday by Universities Australia.
China offers landmark $1.74-billion deal to Canada's Teck
Vancouver SunNow the Chinese Investment Corp. is looking to invest in Teck Resources.
First elephant calf born in Australia
The Courier MailSydney's Taronga Zoo has welcomed the first elephant calf to be born in Australia. The male calf was born to Asian elephant Thong Dee at about 3.08am in the zoo's Elephant Barn.After a three...
Japan falls in volleyball final
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UN chief to hold more Burma talks
BBCUn Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is set to hold a second meeting with Burma's top military leaders.Mr Ban has asked to meet jailed opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, and says he is awaiting a reply...
Aboriginal cricketers repeat tour
BBC... retracing the steps of...
China agrees to proportional cross-strait financial-market opening
Taiwan HeadlinesChina will accept the principle of proportional arrangement for cross-Taiwan Strait financial-market opening, said Liu Minkang, chairman of China Banking Regulatory Commission, on Thursday. In...
Sarah Palin resigns as Alaska governor
Times of IndiaIn a surprise move, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin said Friday she was stepping down and would not seek re-election, fueling swift speculation of a possible 2012 White House bid. Palin...
Pacific Boychoir tours South Africa
Oakland TribuneThe Pacific Boychoir had logged thousands of miles on its passports, bringing its distinct sound to destinations near and far. And no place is considered too far for this group. The Oakland-based...
China apologises to Mexico for tough H1N1 flu stand
Channel News AsiaCancun, Mexico: China's Health Minister Chen Zhu Friday apologised to his Mexican counterpart for failing to warn him about the tough measures Beijing imposed on Mexicans to combat H1N1 flu. "I...
6 people killed in London high-rise blaze
Times of IndiaTwo children died after a fire in a London tower block, police said Friday. "We understand there have been two fatalities of children, one three weeks old and one seven years," a...
China calls for more emerging countries' involvement in WHO decisions
SINAChinese Health Minister ChenZhu on Friday called on the World Health Organization to involve emerging nations more in order to take better and more transparent...
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