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"This is the most tangible progress we have reached with Iran since I took office," US President Barack Obama said.
The EU and wealthy nations have exchanged blame with poorer countries for the stalled talks.
Both Russia and the US are hopeful that the talks will lead to some positive conclusion.
Some of the biggest concerns for climate experts have been Europe's energy needs and the carbon emissions associated with burning fuel and coal.
60 per cent of the US fleet will be based in the Pacific by 2020, said Rice.
Dry and barren areas in Africa are expected to increase by four per cent.
The OECD urged the Federal Reserve to maintain the stimulus programme in order to combat global market instability.
Security sources tell Lebanese networks that at least 19 people have been killed in attacks carried out by suicide bombers.
International relief efforts are stepped up as the Philippine government continues to search for thousands still missing.
Jakarta will review its information sharing cooperation with Australia, according to the country's foreign affairs minister.
