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Russia to set up Ebola research lab in Guinea

Russia to set up Ebola research lab in Guinea

Several dozen Russian scientists will reach Guinea this week to set up a laboratory, deployed using KamAZ trucks at a campground.

APEC must find new areas of growth: China

APEC must find new areas of growth: China

Chinese President Xi Jinping invited India, not a member of the group, to attend the 2014 APEC summit in November.

UN force to deploy to Central African Republic

UN force to deploy to Central African Republic

A UN official warned that "sectarian violence and the cycle of violent attacks and reprisals continue in many places in the country".

China launches high-definition Earth Observation satellite

China launches high-definition Earth Observation satellite

It is China's most advanced high-definition Earth observation satellite, and is able to see a one-meter-long object in full color.

Russia, China ready for joint drills that begin Sunday

Russia, China ready for joint drills that begin Sunday

Moscow has also sent eight Mi-8 helicopter gunships and four Su-25 jets to aid the ground drills.

Mugabe to visit China, seek aid package

Mugabe to visit China, seek aid package

Chinese businesses are already investing tens of millions of dollars in the energy, manufacturing, mining and water sectors.

The Ebola virus: Origins and dangers

The Ebola virus: Origins and dangers

Deforestation, poverty and recession have increased the likelihood of humans coming in contact with Ebola-carrying wildlife.

Rousseff ratings up 6 points, highest since April

Rousseff ratings up 6 points, highest since April

The poll results published on Monday showed Campos’ running mate, Marina Silva, statistically tied with Rousseff in a runoff.

Aid to East Ukraine will be delivered shortly: Russia FM

Aid to East Ukraine will be delivered shortly: Russia FM

The Russian convoy is carrying 2,000 tonnes of water, baby food and other aid for people in east Ukraine.

Xi, Modi, Jokowi: The rise of a new triad

Xi, Modi, Jokowi: The rise of a new triad

The new leadership in the three Asian nations are all well positioned to take important steps forward, writes Mahbubani.