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New Caledonia vote reform that sparked riots 'suspended'

Jun 13, 2024

Paris [France], June 13: President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that a voting reform that triggered deadly riots in French Pacific territory New Caledonia would be "suspended" in light of snap parliamentary polls. Instead, he aimed to "give full voice to local dialogue and the restoration of order" after weeks of unrest in which nine people died, Macron told reporters at a Paris press conference.

New Korean flare-up carries greater air of menace

Jun 13, 2024

Denmark recalls Korean instant noodles for being too spicy

Jun 13, 2024

UAE, Uzbek ministers of justice discuss enhancing cooperation

Jun 13, 2024

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Wellington [New Zealand], June 13: Chinese Premier Li Qiang said here on Thursday that while the current international situation is undergoing complex changes, both China and New Zealand attach great...