Washington Times editor Solomon resigns (San Francisco Chronicle)
John Solomon, the executive editor of The Washington Times, has resigned, the newspaper said Friday. Solomon has held the post since January 2008. He resigned on Nov. 6, according to an article on The Washington Times Web site. The article did not give a… Washington Times – Newspaper – Editing – Oceania – Solomon Islands
Obama’s popularity in China depends on his actions: Chinese media (rediff.com)
As Barack Obama embarks on his maiden state visit to China, the official media here has warned the US President that his popularity in the world’s most populous nation will hinge on his actions, not words.
Australian Solomons Gold: Assays From Charivunga Gorge Exploration Do Not Disappoint (Marketwire)
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Nov. 13, 2009) – THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES Australian Solomons Gold Limited (“ASG” or the “Company”) (TSX:SGA) is pleased to announce the results of the recently completed 4 hole drill program designed to test for updip extensions of the Charivunga Mineralised Zone (CMZ). A summary …
China’s Hu calls for economic pact with Taiwan (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Chinese President Hu Jintao called on Saturday for formal talks on a landmark economic pact with Taiwan to start by the end of the year, in a rare meeting here with a top politician from the island.
Indonesia deports Greenpeace activists (10 p.m.) (Sun Star)
PEKANBARU, Indonesia — Indonesian authorities say they are deporting 11 foreign Greenpeace activists for joining a protest against forest destruction. read more
Taiwan not worried about Obama’s China visit: govt (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Taiwan’s government is not concerned about US President Barack Obama’s first visit to China, given the easing in tensions with Beijing, the foreign ministry said on Sunday.
In Tokyo, Obama cites China’s role in global economy (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
TOKYO — In his first major address on Asia policy, President Barack Obama said Saturday in Tokyo that the U.S. would seek to increase cooperation with China and also warned of the “limits” of relying on American consumers and Asian exports to drive global growth.
Washington Times Editor Solomon Resigns (ABC News)
Washington Times editor John Solomon resigns following ouster of 3 executives Washington Times – Oceania – Solomon Islands – Newspaper – John Solomon
China’s Hu meets with top Taiwan politician (Malaysian Mirror)
SINGAPORE – China’s President Hu Jintao met with top Taiwan politician Lien Chan on Saturday, a Chinese official told AFP, in rare talks expected to have covered a landmark trade agreement.
Indonesia fired ‘indiscriminately’ at boat, asylum seeker claims (Sydney Morning Herald)
Indonesian authorities opened fire on a boat crammed full of Afghan asylum seekers, wounding two, after demanding a bribe the Afghans could not afford to pay, one of the asylum seekers says.
Indonesia says Sri Lanka refugees can stay for three months (AsiaOne)
JAKARTA, INDONESIA – A group of 22 Sri Lankan asylum seekers who left an Australian customs ship to come ashore in Indonesia will be allowed to stay for up to three months, an official said Sunday.
Kuwait 2-1 Indonesia: Bader Al Motawaa Brace Breaks Indonesian Hearts (Goal.com)
Indonesia ’s hopes of qualifying for the 2011 Asian Cup were dealt a severe blow as they lost 2-1 in Kuwait to a late goal from Bader Al Motawaa. The result leaves the visitors in bottom spot in Group B with just two points from the opening three games while Kuwait go second behind Australia.
Indonesia detains 41 more Afghan migrants (AP via Yahoo! Asia News)
Indonesian officials say they have detained a group of 41 Afghan asylum seekers suspected of trying to reach Australia.
