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China donates materials, equipment to promote child welfare in Tunisia

China signed on Tuesday an agreement with Tunisia to donate materials and equipment to the Tunisian establishments operating for the benefit of the country's children.

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Policy revision of import duties represents China's good-will

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Australia starts New Year with deadly fires

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Asia shares hit by tech warning, oil holds near highs

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