Helsinki Summit Showcases Finland’s High Tech Edge
Helsinki hosts a tightly organized summit between Presidents Bush and Gorbachev, aided by Nokia phones and advanced telecoms. Finnish tech, from thermal suits to Xylitol and interferon, backs a high standard of living and strong education funding, with half of research money flowing to technology.
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First Ladies optimistic after talks in Helsinki library visit
Barbara Bush and Raisa Gorbachev toured Helsinki University Library as they urged a peaceful Persian Gulf crisis solution. They studied rare maps and Russian works while praising their husbands’ efforts at the summit.
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Gorbachev Bush Joint Statement On Iraq Kuwait Crisis
Helsinki AP reports the Bush Gorbachev joint statement condemns Iraq invasion of Kuwait and demands withdrawal to restore Kuwait's legitimate government. The leaders back UN sanctions 660 to 665, allow humanitarian food imports under monitoring, and commit to peaceful resolution while ready to broaden actions if needed. Both call for regional security efforts after crisis ends.
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