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Indonesia may lose parliamentary opposition as all parties signal support for new government
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - Indonesia's political landscape faced a potential shift as the last remaining opposition party in parliament indicated its willingness to support the incoming government on Friday. Puan Maharani, speaker of the House of Representatives and member of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P), said, "We firmly support the next government to build Indonesia's future." The PDI-P, led by former President Megawati Sukarnoputri, was the
October 18, 2024 -
China lodges protest after Taiwan opens representative office in India
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - China has signaled discomfort with Taiwan's opening of its third representative office in India. During a regular press briefing on Thursday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that China has lodged a stern protest with India regarding Taiwan's official launch of the office in Mumbai. "There is only one China in the world, and Taiwan is a part of China's territory," she said. China firmly opposes any country it has
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Dubai's global village opens with new attractions and cultural delights
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - UAE's global Village in Dubai, the country's leading multicultural family destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment, officially opened its three iconic gates on Wednesday, marking the start of Season 29. A key event in Dubai's annual calendar, Global Village is recognized for its vibrant performances and activities, as well as its role in supporting the city's cultural, recreational, and community-driven initiatives. Running unt
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Philippines holds memorial for Korean businessman killed by police in 2016
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - A memorial service for Jee Ick-joo, a Korean businessman killed by Philippine police officers in 2016, will be held on Friday at the Philippine National Police headquarters in Manila. The event, marking the eighth anniversary of Jee's death, will be attended by representatives from the Korean Embassy, the Filipino-Korean Association, and Philippine government officials. The ceremony will include speeches, floral tributes, and a formal request from Jee
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UK foreign secretary's visit to China aims to 'build strategic trust'
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - A stable and long-term China-U.K. relationship benefits both nations and supports joint efforts to address global challenges, contributing to world peace and development, according to a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, responding to the upcoming visit of the U.K. foreign secretary to China. David Lammy, the U.K. Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Affairs, will visit China from Thursday to Friday, invited by Wang Yi, a member
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At least 25 people die after drinking toxic bootleg alcohol in eastern India
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - At least 25 people died after consuming illicit liquor containing toxic substances in India's eastern state of Bihar. The incident occurred in the Saran and Siwan districts, according to news reports on Thursday. Local police announced the arrest of 22 individuals for illegally selling alcohol in Bihar, where the sale and consumption of alcohol have been banned since 2016.
October 18, 2024 -
Yahya Sinwar, Hamas chief, killed in Israeli operation
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - Israeli forces announced on Thursday the killing of Yahya Sinwar, a senior Hamas leader and the mastermind behind the attack on Israel last year. His death, discovered after an unintentional battle in Gaza, was celebrated by Israeli leaders as retribution for the assault that left around 1,200 Israelis dead and 250 kidnapped. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed it as a significant moment in Israel's mission to dismantle Hamas, urging the group to r
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EU fails to address key concerns of Chinese and EU industries
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Thursday that major differences persist between China and the EU regarding their electric vehicle (EV) trade dispute, as the EU has not yet responded to the primary concerns of industries in both regions. However, China has extended an invitation for another round of in-person talks, according to the ministry. Frustration is mounting with the European Commission (EC), the EU's executive body leading the disp
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OPINION: 'The Apprentice' released so close to polls, this Trump biopic is inevitably political
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - "The Apprentice" – a new film dramatizing Donald Trump's business career during the 1970s and 80s – is the latest in a presidential election full of controversy. The movie charts Trump's (Sebastian Stan) professional rise from an awkward nobody to hotshot real-estate tycoon. Trump's Pygmalion-like transformation is credited to his friendship with Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong). Cohn was an infamous prosecutor who worked with Sena
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Prosecutors drop charges against first lady in stock manipulation case
SEOUL, October 17 (AJP) - After a four-year investigation, prosecutors decided Thursday not to indict first lady Kim Keon Hee over allegations of involvement in a stock manipulation scheme involving Deutsch Motors, a BMW dealer in South Korea. The allegations first surfaced in February 2020 when news outlet Newstapa, citing a leaked police report, raised suspicions that Kwon Oh-soo, former chairman of Deutsch Motors, conspired with a stock trader identified as Lee to manipulate the
October 17, 2024
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PHOTOS: Red Cross holds charity bazaar in Seoul
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South Korean man held in China on alleged espionage charges
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VISUALS: Korea marks 2nd anniversary of Halloween crowd crush
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Rosé of BLACKPINK makes top 10 entry on Billboard singles chart
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Israel's allies call on Israel to rethink proposed ban on UNRWA's vital aid
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North Korea's troops in Russia moving to frontlines, spy agency speculates
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POSCO, JSW Group to build steel mill in eastern India
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Egypt to lead ceasefire mediation amid Israel-Hamas conflict
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North Korean foreign minister travels to Russia amid deepening military ties
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Zelensky warns of 12,000 North Korean troops in Russia 'soon'