Hu for open China Chinese President Hu Jintao on Monday promised to unswervingly expand socialist democracy and fight corruption in a comprehensive way.
Russian President unfazed, confirms Iran trip
Cops unravel kill Putin plot It was not clear why an Iranian terrorist group might target Putin or how Russias security agencies learned of the plot on the eve of his visit. We cannot comment on this information but we confirm that the president has been informed, a Kremlin spokesman said.
China for peace pact with Taiwan However, Hu warned the democratic island against formally declaring independence, but did not take the opportunity to threaten force as predecessors have in the past.
Nobel for three US economists The academy said their research helped explain decision-making procedures involved in economic transactions including, for example, what insurance policies will provide the best coverage without inviting misuse...
Pak govt steps up pressure on Bhutto Pakistan ratcheted up pressure on Benazir Bhutto to delay her planned homecoming this week, as the former premier said she feared retired army officers may be plotting to kill her.
Hu for open China : Chinese President Hu Jintao addressing the delegates at the opening of the 17th Communist Party Congress in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, on Monday. AP
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