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Sunday 29th January 2017

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Donald Trump's immigration order hits roadblock, court rules those with visas can stay in US

President Donald Trump's order to restrict people from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the US sparks outrage but hits a roadblock when a federal judge says stranded travellers can stay in the country.

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin pledge cooperation to 'tackle terrorism'

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have said they want their nations to cooperate to defeat terrorists, including the Islamic State group.

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Boat carrying 31, including 28 Chinese tourists, reported missing off Malaysia

A boat carrying 31 people, including 28 Chinese tourists, is missing off the coast of Borneo, Malaysian maritime authorities say.

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Man arrested at West Papuan demo at Indonesian Embassy in Camberra

One man was arrested at a West Papuan demonstration outside the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra today.
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"Future female PNG Governor General is possible"

One of Papua New Guinea's most experienced public servants believes the appointment of a female Governor General in the near future is possible.
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NZ & Australia doing a lot to support Pacific anti-corruption work

New Zealand is the least corrupt country in the world.
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