Indonesia, Malaysia to mend strained ties

Malaysia: Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono arrived in Malaysia Wednesday for a visit aimed at smoothing over the latest spats between the neighbours, who have a history of troubled relations.

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Palestinians remember Yasser Arafat

Amid brewing political crisis:

WEST BANK: Palestinians gathered Wednesday to mark five years since the death of their iconic leader Yasser Arafat, with president Mahmud Abbas due to address the West Bank rally.

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China, Malaysia sign trade deals

MALAYSIA: China’s President Hu Jintao presided over the signing of a raft of deals with Malaysia Wednesday and indicated an interest in its vast palm oil and timber sectors.

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