Words and Deeds Show Focus of the American Military on Asia
WASHINGTON — In November 2011, President Obama stood before the Australian Parliament and issued a veiled challenge toChina’s ambitions in Asia: “As a Pacific nation, the United...
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New BBC Boss out: George Entwistle quits after just 55 days following abuse bungles
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Shelling kills Palestinian militant
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Syrian President Says He Will Not Leave Country
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China’s Hu Jintao warns congress corruption could cause fall of state
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Pranab invites Canada to be a partner in development
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Britain could thrive outside EU, suggests IDS
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