Peace process on hold as Lewinsky scandal dominates
Israel and the Palestinian leadership watched Washington’s crisis overwhelm hopes for renewed talks. Clinton faced nonstop questions about the affair as Netanyahu and Arafat returned from the capital, with Palestinian leaders warning the distraction could erode White House pressure on Israel. The controversy sparked conspiracy theories across the region while leaders sought to keep focus on peace goals.
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Cohen's Asia tour questions U S role and motives
Washington tour by Defense Secretary Cohen highlights Asian skepticism toward American intentions and the regional impact of U S military presence. He seeks to reassure Kuala Lumpur Manila and Tokyo while stressing cooperation with Thailand South Korea and China amid economic strain and defense budget cuts.
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Dollar comeback as Far East currencies falter
The dollar rises as Asian turbulence boosts its prestige and appeal. Hotels quote in dollars in Thailand, Singapore banks switch to dollars, and Russians hoard dollars. The U.S. economy shows low inflation and unemployment, aiding imported goods and housing. Yields remain low, aiding consumers abroad and at home. The yen and other currencies have weakened since mid-1990s, though some gains occur amid political worries.
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Clinton readies State of the Union amid scandal
President Clinton prepared to address the nation with a proposed balanced budget for the first time in 30 years and a broad activist agenda. He aims to expand the Peace Corps, enhance health care rights, fund AIDS research, and revamp Social Security and Medicare while facing Republican counterplans and questions about his personal conduct.
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New government HACCP system faces scrutiny in meat plants
Washington AP reports the new Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points system will begin with 312 plants and cover 75 percent of U S livestock slaughter over two years. Inspectors worry about reliance on company records, while officials stress prevention, random sampling, and plant closures for noncompliance.
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