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Myanmar ends war on drugs, begins reforms

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US border guards searched 60 percent more devices in 2017

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Electric car tax exemption extended three years

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China‘s electric car tax exemption extended three years

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US conflicting attitudes on the DPRK issue

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U.S. Fed raises interest rate amid strong job market

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Lebanon’s PM Hariri formally rescinds resignation

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U.S. Fed likely to raise interest rates in Dec. despite inflation debate

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APD Review | Merkel’s legend to be terminated?

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China central bank says to continue monetary policy

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Jerome Powell: Trump's likely pick to lead the Federal Reserve

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Fed's Rosengren: Hike rates or risk 'shortening' US economic recovery

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