Close coordination in international affairs:

Chinese Premier hails Iran ties

China, reluctant to isolate Iran in its standoff with the West over its nuclear programme, will maintain cooperation with Tehran and foster “close coordination in international affairs”, Premier Wen Jiabao said on Thursday.

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As military chiefs meet:

Australia, China to promote cooperation

Months of tense diplomatic relations between Australia and China showed signs of easing on Thursday, with senior military leaders from both holding brief strategic talks in Australia’s capital.

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NATO mulls Afghan troops, decision hinges on Obama

NATO’s top defence officials will examine proposals on Saturday for a big troop surge to contain Afghanistan’s escalating insurgency but any such move hinges on a decision by the U.S. president, NATO military officials said.

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