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David Osler, London
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Aug 05, 2010 10:03 AM
JAPAN is to extend the deployment of its naval forces on counter-piracy duties off Somalia, due to end on July 23, for a further year.
The decision comes even though the ruling Democratic Party of Japan opposed the legislation necessary to facilitate the naval mission while it was in opposition.
Since taking office last year, it has reversed this stand and now regards the country’s...
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