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Ghana commits to strengthening RMU as centre of excellence for maritime education   

By Morkporkpor Anku   Accra, June 29, GNA– Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister of Transport, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening the Regional Maritime University (RMU) as a centre of excellence for maritime education and training.  Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama at the 20th Congregation of the RMU in Accra on…

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Korean won’s earlier slide ‘out of line’ with fundamentals: finance minister

Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il speaks during a session with reporters at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Friday. Courtesy of Ministry of Finance and Economy BANGKOK — The Korean won’s sharp decline against the U.S. dollar earlier this year was “out of line” with the country’s strong economic fundamentals, the finance minister has said….

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Seoul, Tokyo agree to extend $10 bil. currency swap deal by another 3 years

Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il, right, shakes hands with his Japanese counterpart, Satsuki Katayama, in Bangkok, Thursday. Courtesy of Ministry of Finance and Economy BANGKOK — Korea has agreed with Japan to extend their $10 billion currency swap arrangement, set to expire next month, by another three years, the finance ministry said Thursday, as the two…

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China-North Korea border bridge may do little to spur trade, experts say | International Trade News

As China and North Korea cut the ribbon on New Yalu River Bridge this week, officials described the new border crossing in momentous terms. Chinese Premier Li Qiang said the 3km (1.9-mile) bridge, which links China’s Dandong and North Korea’s Sinuiju, would “vigorously promote” trade and “strengthen emotional bonds”. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend…

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Yongsan to deploy 2,550 personnel in Itaewon to prevent repeat of Halloween tragedy

Yongsan District Office officials discuss crowd control measures for the upcoming Halloween season at a meeting in Yongsan, Seoul, Monday. Courtesy of Yongsan District Office With the approach of Oct. 31, a Saturday that promises packed streets and spirited celebrations, local authorities in the heart of the capital are taking no chances. The Yongsan District…

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