China Rejects Conditions on MFN Status With U.S.
Beijing dismissed U.S. hints of linking most favored nation trade privileges to human rights progress. Foreign Ministry spokesman Li Jianying said attaching conditions would harm bilateral relations and undermine normal trade. He criticized Clinton comments and defended China's view of fundamental rights within its system.
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U.N. Chief Proposes May 1 Switch In Somalia Mission
United Nations Secretary-General Boutros-Ghali proposes the U.N. take over Somalia relief missions by May 1 replacing the U.S.-led force of about 16 000 U.S. troops and 14 000 from 22 nations with a 28 000-member U.N. contingent led by Lt Gen. Cevik Bir. Transition to U.N. command would be gradual with a quick-reaction U.S. force remaining. disarming rival clans remains the urgent goal amid ongoing clan clashes and rioting.
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Security Council Demands Halt in Eastern Bosnia Attacks
The United Nations Security Council urged Serb forces to halt attacks in eastern Bosnia and called for UN monitors or troops to protect civilians. The council endorsed peace talks and a future cease fire, but warned mediation hinges on all sides accepting disputed points and a map dividing Bosnia into ten provinces.
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Jaruzelski Regrets Martial Law Decision
Polish leader Wojciech Jaruzelski says imposing martial law was a mistake and that given another chance he would "shoot myself in the head." In a New York Times interview he notes fear of Soviet intervention and calls the episode a nightmare and a great burden he bears.
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NationsBank Roots Run Deep In Aiken County Heritage
NationsBank recalls its origins in Aiken County dating back 85 years as Farmers and Merchants Bank. It highlights community aid to Hitchcock Rehabilitation Center, Aiken County Regional Library, Ruth Patrick Science Center, and the Education Initiative offering paid time off for employee volunteer work with local students. It quotes broad reach with assets over 110 billion and a promise of neighborhood presence and services to families and businesses.
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