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Xi to attend Sochi opening in boost for Putin

Xi to attend Sochi opening in boost for Putin

The Russian President said the two nations are working on "interesting joint plans".

Iraq: Campaign against Al-Qaeda in Ramadi begins

Iraq: Campaign against Al-Qaeda in Ramadi begins

The Iraqi prime minister is under pressure to end the Al-Qaeda threat before Iraqis head to the polls for fresh elections in April.

China’s economy grew at 7.7% in 2013

China’s economy grew at 7.7% in 2013

GDP in 2013 reached $9.31 trillion.

BRICS big holders of US securities: Treasury data

BRICS big holders of US securities: Treasury data

China retains its lead as the United States' largest foreign creditor.

China maintains smog alert for several cities

China maintains smog alert for several cities

The US embassy in Beijing index of air pollution has marked the previous 24 hours as “very unhealthy”.

Libyan fighter jets strike militia targets

Poor security along the borders has allowed militia free movement.

Geneva II: How to debunk the myths and save Syria

Geneva II: How to debunk the myths and save Syria

Mistakes have been made in the lead-up to the peace summit, but there are tangible approaches that the combatants can adopt to move closer to a peaceful resolution.

Actively cooperating within BRICS- Putin

Actively cooperating within BRICS- Putin

The Russian President has said Moscow will push for stronger ties with Brazil, India.

Putin assures gay community, says “prohibit nothing”

Putin assures gay community, says “prohibit nothing”

He had earlier signed into law a bill forbidding the promotion of homosexuality to minors.

China’s largest mobile firm launches iPhone

China’s largest mobile firm launches iPhone

Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook was present during the launch.