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French Forces Harry Islamist Militants in Mali
- January 14, 2013
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- Francois Hollande
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- Islamist militants
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- March 22 coup
- military intervention
- Mirage fighter jets
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France deployed Mirage fighter jets to bomb Islamist militants in Mali in an action authorized by the United Nations (UN) and backed up by a coalition of African nations. France is also receiving logistical support from the United States (US) and the United Kingdom(UK). French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said: There were (airstrikes) last night, there are now and there will […]
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North Korea Optimistic About Improving Relations with the Republic of Korea and the United States After Comments by Newly Elected South Korean President Park Chung-hee
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea expressed optimism after comments from newly elected South Korean President Park Chung-hee indicated a willingness on the part of the Republic of Korea to engage in talks and closer diplomatic relations with its northern neighbor. After her election to the presidency, Park has announced she will pursue a more aggressive […]
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U.S. Union Stronghold Michigan Becomes ‘Right to Work’ State
The legislature of the state of Michigan in the United States has authorized a ‘right to work’ law that bans the requirement that non-union workers pay an agency fee to work in a unionized plant as a condition of employment. Governor Rick Schneider is expected to sign the bill into law, making Michigan the 24th […]
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Suzuki to End Production and Distribution in the United States
The Japanese car manufacturer Suzuki announced it would be withdrawing from the American market after suffering years of losses because of dwindling sales and increasingly marginal vehicles. In addition to these woes, many of Suzuki’s manufacturing partners have withdrawn or cut off access to certain vehicle platforms, leaving the small car maker woefully underrepresented in […]
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Europe’s Economic Woes Forestall Worldwide Recovery
The issue of European economic troubles will be addressed at the upcoming G20 summit in Mexico City, Mexico. The crisis with the euro and the implosion of sovereign debts in Greece and elsewhere present strong impediments to the growth of the world economy. Additional issues to be addressed at the meeting include China’s unwillingness to […]
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Iranians Discover Monitoring Device Near Fordow Nuclear Site
Iranian Revolutionary Guards reportedly discovered a listening device at the Fordow Nuclear Site disguised as a rock. When the soldiers attempted to move the rock it exploded. The transmitting device within was capable of intercepting computer transmissions.
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Myanmar Frees Political Dissidents Ahead of President Thein Sein’s Visit to the United States on September 24
Myanmar (also known as Burma) has freed over 500 prisoners according to a report from the capital Yangon. Among these 500 prisoners, it is hoped many of Myanmar’s incarcerated political prisoners will be released as well as the once repressive regime seeks to bolster its reformist credentials ahead of a visit by current President Thein […]
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Myanmar’s Pro-Democracy Leader Aung San Suu Kyi Arrives in Washington, DC to Receive the United States’ Highest Civilian Honor, the Congressional Gold Medal
Myanmar’s pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi arrives today in the U.S. capital of Washington to receive the Congressional Gold Medal. The occassion marks the start of an 18-day long tour of the United States as well as Aung San Suu Kyi’s first visit to the country since 1991. While traveling in the United States, […]
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Chinese Defense Strategist Li Xiaojun Urges Australia to Pick a ‘Godfather’
- May 16, 2012
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- Asia Pacific
- Australia
- balance of power
- Bob Carr
- China
- Cold War
- Defense
- Defense strategiest
- Defense strategy
- East Asia
- Foreign Minister
- Li Xiaojun
- Military
- military alliance
- military build up
- military strategy
- People's Republic of China
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- United States
- United States of America
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Defense strategist Li Xiaojun advocated that Australia choose a ‘godfather’ between the United States and the People’s Republic of China, calling Australia’s close military alliance with the U.S. a throwback to the Cold War era. Australian Foreign Minister Bob Carr met with his counterpart and future Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in Australia to celebrate 40 […]
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