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Somali Piracy Threatens Regional Security and Global Economy
Piracy continues to pose a severe threat to the maritime industry, global trade and therefore the entire global economy, Mr. Shapiro stressed.
US Under Pressure After Soldier Kills 16 Afghan Citizens
The US has been prosecuting the war in Afghanistan for more than 10 years. The loss of civilian lives at the hands of a US soldier is complicating the winding down.
Mauritius Celebrates its National Day
She stresses that Mauritian leaders have succeeded in the space of a single generation in creating one of Africa's strongest and most developed economies.
Deadly Outbreak of Measles Engulfs Yemen
According to reports, the disease is spreading quickly to highly populated areas as well as areas suffering from high levels of acute malnutrition.
Drug Dependence Claims Some 250,000 Lives Annually
In his remarks at the opening in Vienna of the 55th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), Mr. Fedotov said prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, reintegration and health have to be recognized as key elements in their strategy.
