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The main reason for political instability in Vanuatu is that there are too many political parties and the frequent switching of sides by politicians.
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Former Kiribati leader rejects Chinese police on island
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Micronesian official sees benefits from economic partnership with China
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Members of European Parliament endorse the conclusion of the Samoa Agreement
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Peacekeepers in Lebanon: ‘Deep concern’ over continued hostilities: UN
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