New Pakistan PM sworn in by Musharraf
Pakistan's new prime minister was sworn in by
President Pervez Musharraf on Tuesday, as two top US envoys arrived
in an apparent bid to secure the new government's backing for the
"war on terror".
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Philippines' Arroyo orders raids on rice hoarders
Philippine President Gloria Arroyo on Tuesday
said the government will clamp down on rice hoarders who
artificially jack up the commodity's price amid a looming supply
crunch.
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China says Olympic torch relay protests 'shameful'
China Tuesday branded any attempts to disrupt
the Olympic torch relay "shameful" and urged countries on the route
to ensure its smooth progress, a day after a protest marred the
flame's lighting.
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