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In Nicaragua, a fight to save endangered tapirs

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U.S. refusal to honor court ruling in Nicaragua case reflects double standards

The U.S. refusal to implement an international court ruling 30 years ago for encroaching on Nicaragua's territorial integrity and sovereignty showed Washington's double standards in international law, experts said.

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U.S. confirms expulsion of 3 American officials by Nicaragua

​The U.S. government confirmed on Thursday that three American officials had been expelled from Nicaragua, warning that this could damage ties between the two countries.

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Nicaragua Canal breaks ground

​The construction of the inter- oceanic Nicaragua Canal started Monday and will end in 2019, said Wang Jing, chairman of the HK Nicaragua Canal Development Investment Co., Ltd. which will construct the canal, at the inauguration ceremony Monday.

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Nicaragua to start oil exploration in disputed Caribbean waters

The Nicaraguan government Wednesday confirmed the arrival of an oil rig to be used for oil exploration in disputed Caribbean waters.

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OAS urges Colombia, Nicaragua to abide by UN court ruling

The Organization of American States (OAS) on Tuesday urged Colombia and Nicaragua to abide by the ruling of the UN's International Court of Justice (ICJ) on disputed territories and maritime borders between the two countries.