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China stands firm on air defence zone
FM says US vice president told during visit that the decision to set up an air defence zone in East China Sea is legal.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej asks nation to work together for stability, as rivals hold a truce for their monarch's birthday.
According to Amnesty the construction of new housing units could mean prison population may have increased.
Protesters and government observe temporary truce, in preparation for nation's celebration of revered king's birthday.
Asian countries have topped the rankings in a global education report which evaluates teenagers in 65 countries.
Security forces step aside to let protesters into PM's office and police headquarters in an effort to avoid clashes.
South Korean intelligence reports suggest Kim Jong Un's influential uncle was dismissed from his posts.
US Vice President Joe Biden urges lowering of tensions between China and Japan as he begins his Asia trip.
More than 100 Australian and New Zealand victims of thalidomide have won a $81 million settlement.
Country's first lunar probe aims to seek out natural resources as space programme becomes priority for leadership.
US says says given the age and health condition of 85-year-old Korean War veteran he should be released.
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