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Asean’s neutrality set to be tested as Philippines welcomes world leaders

World leaders converged in Manila for the Asean summit on Sunday, bringing attention to the 11-member bloc’s growing clout in a region with a population of 700 million and a US$4.4 trillion economy that is tipped to become the world’s fourth largest by 2030. Among top officials flying in are Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Chinese Premier Li…

Asean’s neutrality set to be tested as Philippines welcomes world leaders

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Fire drill held at rebuilt Shuri Castle hall before public opening

NAHA, Japan (Kyodo) -- A firefighting drill was held at the reconstructed main hall of Shuri Castle, a historical site in the southern Japanese prefec

  • Fire drill conducted at Shuri Castle's rebuilt main hall.
  • Drill aimed at ensuring safety before public opening.
  • Castle restoration completed after 2019 devastating fire.

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