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US defense bill challenges Trump’s Germany troop withdrawal

The legislation could stymie Donald Trump's plans to pull almost 12,000 troops out of Germany. He has threatened to veto the bill because it also requires military bases named after Confederate leaders…

4 years ago

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Indian authorities invite farmers for talks amid massive protests

The government says it is ready to negotiate a set of agriculture laws with protesting farmers. Critics say the legislation would benefit big corporations, which are now expected to enter India's troubled…

4 years ago

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Philippine anti-terrorism law triggers fear of massive rights abuses

A new anti-terrorism legislation will give greater powers to authorities to arrest people without a warrant and carry out surveillance. Activists say the law is aimed at intimidating dissidents. Ana P. Santos…

5 years ago

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Hong Kong opposition and activists slam China’s planned security law

HK leader Carrie Lam says that Beijing's proposed legislation will not affect the city's judicial independence. Critics warn it could further erode the basic and fundamental freedom of the autonomous Chinese territory.…

5 years ago

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Donald Trump signs bill supporting Hong Kong protesters into law

The new legislation requires the State Department to ensure that Hong Kong retains sufficient autonomy to enjoy favorable US trading terms that have helped the city to maintain its position as a…

5 years ago

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Hong Kong extradition bill debate scrapped for a second day

Hong Kong lawmakers scrapped debate for a second straight day on legislation that would allow extraditions to China, as tensions remained high between police and protesters after violent clashes on Wednesday.…

6 years ago

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Sudan military rulers want Sharia law to guide legislation under interim government

Sudan's military rulers said on Tuesday they generally agreed with proposals made by protest leaders on the structure of an interim government, but want Islamic Sharia laws and local norms to guide…

6 years ago

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House Republicans unveil bill to repeal Obamacare

Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives unveil long-awaited legislation on Monday to repeal much of the Obamacare healthcare law, including its expansion of the Medicaid program for the poor.…

8 years ago

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Obamacare replacement bill to be completed this year: Ryan

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says legislation to replace former President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law will be completed this year, although it may take longer to implement.…

8 years ago

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legislation

US defense bill challenges Trump’s Germany troop withdrawal

Indian authorities invite farmers for talks amid massive protests

Philippine anti-terrorism law triggers fear of massive rights abuses

Hong Kong opposition and activists slam China’s planned security law

Donald Trump signs bill supporting Hong Kong protesters into law

Hong Kong extradition bill debate scrapped for a second day

Sudan military rulers want Sharia law to guide legislation under interim government

House Republicans unveil bill to repeal Obamacare

Obamacare replacement bill to be completed this year: Ryan

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