Kamis, 18 April 2013

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Islamabad High Court orders arrest of Pervez Musharraf

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:42:29 +1000

It was high drama at the Islamabad High Court today, when former president Pervez Musharraf made a dash out of the complex, after the judge ordered his arrest for high treason.

Calls made to end opium trade in Myanmar's Shan state

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:42:18 +1000

Local people in Myanmar's Shan state say opium poppy plantations are thriving because farmers have few options for substitute crops.

Malaysian parties warned against vote-buying ahead of national poll

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:42:11 +1000

The Malaysian chapter of corruption watchdog Transparency International has warned politicians against trying to buy votes in the lead up to the May 5th election.

NZ law triggers strong reaction in Australian Parliament

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:42:06 +1000

The New Zealand Parliament's passing of laws legalising gay marriage is rousing cross Tasman rivalry.

Temporary visas give New Zealanders long stays in Australia

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:38:25 +1000

New figures show almost 15 percent of New Zealanders, more than 600 thousand, are in Australia on temporary visas.

Call to streamline Australia-PNG customs checks

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:38:21 +1000

Businesses in Australia and Papua New Guinea and are calling on their governments to offer pre-clearance for PNG customs and immigration in the north Queensland city of Cairns.

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