Israel House backs referendum bill blocking Syria peace pact
Israel’s parliament votes 60 to 53 on a preliminary reading backing an opposition referendum bill that would require a treaty with Syria to win a majority of eligible voters. Barak warns against tricks though the move risks destabilizing his coalition and deterring Syria from resuming talks.
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U N chief urges more civil liberties in China
U N human rights chief Mary Robinson opened a Beijing visit urging Asian governments to improve civil liberties while Chinese police detained dissidents and blocked Falun Gong gatherings. Tibetan family detentions linked to the Karmapa case were noted as authorities cited investigations into the Tibetan Buddhist leader’s escape. Robinson urged tangible protections during an Asian Pacific symposium as China defended its non foreign model of democracy.
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Finland swears in first female president Tarja Halonen
Tarja Halonen, 56, sworn in as Finland's first female president before Parliament and government leaders. She inherits a presidency with limited powers under a new constitution that shifts authority to the Prime Minister Paavo Lipponen and the legislature. Halonen pledges to address income inequality and regional wealth disparities. Intervening remarks note Finnish women’s historical minority status in decision making.
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