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High voter registration figures in South Sudan have prompted accusations of irregularities from ruling parties of the North and South. A number of southern states registered more voters than official census data indicated could vote there, a result s

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This is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English. On Sunday, the people of southern Sudan begin deciding whether or not to become the world's newest nation. A week of voting is expected to split Africa's largest country in two. (SOUND) Friday was the final

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This is the VOA Special English Technology Report. Tens of thousands of people travel to Austin, Texas each year to attend the South by Southwest festival. The festival is most famous for its music and film presentations. In recent years it has also

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2018年CRI Hisense contributes to local development in South Africa

Chinese electronic giant Hisense is enjoying a growing presence in South Africa, contributing to the development of both countries. Hisense has been operating in the South African market since 1996. Over the years, Hisense has grown into a top consum

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Builders in South Africa have begun construction on a new type of housing for low-income families. The buildings look like conventional homes, but the walls are made with sandbags. Architects say their experimental design is quicker and easier to bu

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BEIJING, May 30 (Xinhua) -- Issuing a series of harsh rhetoric lately against China's actions in the South China Sea, the U.S. military seems to be determined to turn itself into a destructive force against peace and development in the Asia Pacific.

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A total of 17 business contracts and governmental accords have been signed at the witness of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and South Korean President Park Geun-hye. The documents cover various fields including trade and economy, science and technology,

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The white paper reaffirms that China's sovereignty over the South China Sea and its islands have been established in the long course of history, and are solidly grounded in history and law. Chinese vice foreign minister Liu Zhenmin introduced the whi

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By Kurt Achin Seoul 16 December 2007 A former South Korean prime minister says his strong conservative credentials are what his country needs in a president. Lee Hoi-chang says he would take a harder line on North Korea and return the South to values

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The United Nations Security Council on Friday unanimously approved a new peacekeeping force for South Sudan, which marks its independence on Saturday. During a brief meeting, representatives of all 15 members of the Security Council raised their hand

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South African Tourism held a trade show this week in Beijing, Chongqing, and Shenzhen, in a bid to promote the latest travel destinations and exotic travel experiences that are on offer to Chinese tourists. South Africa should be an increasingly attr