Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Asia Compact | 13.02.2018, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 13.02.2018 | 19:00 UTC
Asia
Philippines' ban on sending workers to Kuwait creates tension, confusion
The Philippines has imposed a ban on the deployment of all Filipino workers to Kuwait after the death of a domestic worker. Labor rights activists say a complete ban is not a solution for abuse. Ana P. Santos reports.
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South Korea: Ex-president Park Geun-hye's friend jailed for 20 years for corruption
The verdict against Choi Soon-sil sets the stage for a longer jail term for Park, who is facing similar charges in a separate trial. The court also ordered immediate arrest of Lotte group boss Shin Dong-bin.
Asia
Maldives political crisis: 'worst in its modern history'
In a DW interview, Jameel Ahmed, the former vice president of the Maldives, said the country needs international support to resolve a political crisis after President Yameen jailed judges and suspended rights.
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North Korea praises South after delegates return from Olympic visit
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has welcomed "the warm climate of reconciliation" after a delegation returned from their three-day trip to the South. Both sides have appeared to present possible reconciliatory measures.

 
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