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[Zak]

Aftenposten Jens Stoltenberg has been declared the victor in the Norwegian election, but retains no majority as he declares he is speaking to coalition partners as he looks to bolster up to the parliamentary majority. Sylvi Listhaug has made no comment as her party loses 5 seats. @aftenposten

 

[Jay]

KBS "South Korea's Finance Minister issued a formal indication to Korean investors ahead of New Delhi's stock exchange to lower and reconsider investing in India as the countries debt continues to grow and outpaces its current loans by ~1.36%. Warning, 'systematic issues with government philosophy' Read more on Q1 assessments in the financial reports here." (1/2) @Korean Broadcasting Services

KBS The Finance Minister said the outlook for Russia was improving as the GA resolution drafted by Korea was passed with an overwhelming majority. Korea continues to call on the global community to step in and help alleviate the pressure. The Minister also hoped European markets would rebound ahead of reopening with a credit-line and direct cash now available to Russia. (2/2)" @Korean Broadcasting Services

 

[GingeOrCringe]

Pravda Several buildings in Kyiv--including City Hall and Shevchenko University--Have been defaced with communist and pro-Russian slogans, as well as messages championing Yanukovych and Kuchma as Ukraine's new leaders. (1/2) @PravdaUkrNews

Pravda Most heart wrenching of all, the Bitter Memory of Childhood statue near the National Holodomor Museum has been vandalized. Minister of Defense Kuzmuk is expected to give a statement today, which we will be covering. Stay tuned. #SlavaUkraini #Unrest #Pravda (2/2) @PravdaUkr

 

[Jay]

MOFA "?? strongly condemns the actions of groups in ?? who defaced the national history and trauma of the Ukrainian people. No attempts to reverse history will succeed. We stand firmly behind Ukraine against these shameless and disgusting acts. No matter the enemies who deny fact, truth will always triumph over them." @MOFAkr_eng

 

[Jay]

KBS "South Korea's national assembly passed a $800 million stimulus in allocation of spending for roughly two million Koreans living in relative poverty. President Kim's initial vision for $1.2 billion in stimulus spending was rejected by the opposition. The stimulus is set to give Koreans 400,000 KRW in hopes of creating some social safety." @Korean Broadcasting Services

 

[Jay]

Ministry of Culture “The Republic of Korea commemorates the 79th anniversary of the Korean people’s aspiration for independence of the 3-1 movement, we remember the valiant figures who stood up to the Japanese imperial authority and their brutal repression of the Korean people." (1/2) @MCSTkr_eng

Ministry of Culture "Yu Gwansun remains a symbol of our fight for independence for her determination and commitment to the goals of a nation for the Korean people. This year, we raise awareness to the valiant figures who led our independence movement.” (2/2) @MCSTkr_eng

 

[Jay]

KoreanCulturalCenterNY “As Koreans remember the 3-1 movement, launching our aspiration for independence under brutal Japanese occupation, we hope the globe will become more aware of Japan's imperial atrocities and suppression of Korean identity. We invite all communities to come to the KCC to learn more. You can read more on our website here." @KoreanCultureNY

 

[Jamie]

BBC Following the 1982 conflict, the British Government have confirmed a $110mn project due to go ahead later this year that will see the removal of landmines across the Falkland Islands that is home to an estimated amount of 13,000 mines. @MOD

 

[Naio90]

IMB Thanks to the very auspicious start of the team registration period for the 1998 IRC F1 Season, sponsors have offered to cover the prize money for the Constructors Championship. The winner will receive 4bn USD, and the runner up 1bn USD, plus further incentives and bonuses. Registration will remain open for the next days, including new Grand Prix hosting proposals.

 

[Nathan]

Danish People's Party The DPP stands steadfast in support of our leaders @HenrikJakobsenDPP comments yesterday. Our parliament is a bastion of freedom of speech. No outside nation may dictate or attempt to shut down legitimate debate within it's chambers. #FOLKETINGET @DanishPeople'sParty

 

[Connor]

Nordic Council We are overjoyed to see the return of the Kingdom of Denmark to the council. Once again the founding members of the council stand hand-in-hand to promote international cooperation, peacefully, through diplomacy!

 

[Drivindeath]

NDTV The doors to the Secretariat Building have been sealed shut, members of the Indian parliament are said to be inside. There was no scheduled meetings for today. Home Guard are stationed outside as per the usual, however we are being told that no one may enter. @NDTV

 

[Jay]

MOFA "The ROK currently has not deployed combat troops to ??. As part of our humanitarian mission, the ROK deployed 50+ medical personnel, noncombatants, and support personnel to assist with the recovery effort in Mumbai. We reject this claim that the ROK has deployed combat troops to India at this time." (1/2) @MOFAkr_eng

MOFA "We once again call for global assistance to address the humanitarian crisis crippling India's port city and across the country through donating medical equipment and personnel. Together we are stronger and together we will persevere." (2/2) @MOFAkr_eng

 

[Zak]

Sylvi Listhaug I am calling on all Norwegians to take to the streets, the election was a farce and Jens Stoltenberg is an illegal Prime Minister. @sylvi_listhaug

 

[Alex]

John Turner I am happy to announce that I have been assigned as Canada's new Governor-General and the first since Romeo LeBlanc's resignation in late 1996. @JohnTurnerGG

 

[Alex]

Peter MacKay It is with great honor that I have been voted into office as Canada's 22nd Prime Minister. @PMPeterMacKay

 

[Jay]

PMROK "Prime Minister Stoltenberg and I spoke over the phone discussing bilateral energy, trade, and security relations. Our shared values as partners moves us to advance our relationship and friendship. Looking forward to strong ?? ?? ties." @PMkr_eng

 

[Jay]

KBS "South Korea's Finance & Culture Ministers set to announce economic restructuring program to shift the export-oriented market economy to a model based on the Latin American tourist-service model that proved resilient to global economic turbulence. Prior financial reports indicating the vision outlined by the Administration."@Korean Broadcasting Services

 

[Odinson]

TheWashingtonPost The White House has confirmed to the Washington Post that President Gore has called and congratulated Peter MacKay, the newly elected Canadian Prime Minister, on his and the Conservative Party's victory in last night's election. @WashingtonPost

 

[Naio90]

IMB With 12 registered teams and a 11 Grand Prix calender, the IRC board has announced the 1998 Season Schedule! We will launch in few days in Montreal, at the Grand Prix of Canada. Again, the season finale will once more be held in Interlagos, at the GP of Brazil.