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Bank of England's Carney warns of strains from globalization

Bank of England Governor Mark Carney warned on Monday that the openness of the world economy is endangered by growing frustration among many voters who are angry about a "lost decade" for their earnings.

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British central bank governor vows to pursue monetary, financial stability

The governor of the Bank of England (BOE) on Thursday afternoon vowed to "relentlessly pursue monetary and financial stability" in the wake of British Brexit vote.

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White House says Obama not disappointed Rouhani turned down bilateral meeting

The White House spokesman Jay Carney said Wednesday that U.S. President Barack Obama is not disappointed that his Iranian counterpart turned down the offer to meet him at the United Nations.

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U.S. calls for Iran's substantive engagement to solve nuclear standoff

The United States said Monday that it hopes the new Iranian government will engage substantively with the international community to reach a diplomatic solution to Iran's nuclear program.

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White House defends Obama's anti-terror record

White House spokesman Jay Carney on Monday defended President Barack Obama's record of fighting terrorism, as the United States extended its closure of 19 overseas diplomatic missions.

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White House declines to comment on NSA whistle-blower

The White House on Monday declined to comment on a whistle-blower who revealed details about two classified surveillance programs by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA).

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More evidence needed on use of chemical weapons in Syria: White House

A White House spokesman said on Tuesday that more evidence is still needed regarding the use of chemical weapons in Syria.

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Obama to meet with South Korean president on May 7

U.S. President Barack Obama will meet his Republic of Korea (ROK) counterpart Park Geun-hye on May 7 to discuss bilateral ties and security issues, the White House announced on Monday.