Kuala Lumpur: The King of Malaysia, Almu’tasimu Billahi Muhibbuddin Tuanku Alhaj Abdul Halim, received the credentials of Issa bin Mohammed Al Mannai as Qatar’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary. Al Mannai conveyed the greetings of the Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his wishes of best health to the King and further progress and prosperity to the government and people.
TAIPEI: Taiwan has received the first shipment of anti-ship missiles from the United States for its submarines, strengthening their attack-capability.
Taiwan ordered the Harpoon missiles in 2008 as part of a $6.5bn arms purchase which sparked strong protests from Beijing.
The island already has Harpoons installed on its frigates and F-16 fighter jets.
“The missiles will be able to extend the range of the two submarines’ striking capabilities, enabling them to launch a pre-emptive attack when necessary,” Hsia said.
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s newly elected lawmakers are set to be sworn in today as the victorious ruling party moved to form a government days after a general election marred by deadly violence and an opposition boycott. The planned swearing-in comes despite demands by the opposition to cancel the poll results and growing international pressure to hold fresh elections that can be seen as credible and inclusive. The opposition Tuesday called a non-stop blockade of roads, rail and waterways to topple the government and make way for new polls. “The speaker of the outgoing parliament will swear in the new MPs at 10am,” an official said.
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