Rejection of euro could begin two speed Europe
Denmark's vote against joining the euro sparks talk of a two speed Europe as EU leaders face deep questions on how fast to integrate. The rejection leaves Britain, Sweden and Denmark outside the euro while Germany, France, Britain and Italy shape future reforms and budgetary decisions.
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Italy
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Iran and Iraq raise ties after three-year high level talks
In Caracas Iran President Khatami and Iraqi Vice President Ramadan met to discuss upgrading diplomatic relations and resolving issues from the 1980 1988 war. A senior Iranian official said in October a high level delegation will visit Baghdad to pursue talks including prisoners of war and security matters while Iraq's oil sales and UN controls remain focal.
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Taha Yassin Ramadan
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South Africa adopts broad anti smoking regulations
South Africa approved strict rules banning tobacco advertising limiting smoking in workplaces and requiring separate smoking areas in bars and restaurants. The regulations published Friday take effect Sunday with a three month transition period for compliance and require employers to shield staff from tobacco smoke at work.
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OPEC summit steadies oil prices amid U S reserve release
Oil prices held near $30.84 a barrel as OPEC pledged unity and potential output gains while the United States released 30 million barrels from reserves. Chavez urged production increases if needed, Saudi Prince Abdullah signaled readiness, and Iraq avoided withholding crude.
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