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Welcome relief’, as Asia producers hail EU deforestation law delay

‘Welcome relief’, as Asia producers hail EU deforestation law delay

Producers in Malaysia’s palm oil industry and Vietnam’s coffee sector on Thursday welcomed the European Union’s (EU) decision to delay the implementation of anti-deforestation laws. The one-year deadline sparked protests from environmental groups, but the law faced strong opposition from many governments and companies. They criticized the law, which seeks …

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Philippines slams Beijing’s attack on Vietnamese fishermen

Philippines slams Beijing’s attack on Vietnamese fishermen

The Philippines today condemned China’s alleged attacks on Vietnamese fishermen in the South China Sea, with Manila and Beijing also engaged in violent clashes that have raised fears of war. Vietnam has accused Chinese law enforcement of beating 10 fishermen with bicycles and robbing them of thousands of dollars worth …

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