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China Daily | Updated: 2014-08-15 08:24

Russia

Putin wants oil, gas sold for roubles

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia should aim to sell its oil and gas for roubles globally because the dollar monopoly in energy trade was damaging Russia's economy. "We should act carefully. At the moment, we are trying to agree with some countries to trade in national currencies," Putin said during a visit to the Crimea region.

Malaysia

Airline steward is suspect in assault

A Malaysia Airlines cabin crew member has been detained in France over allegations that he sexually assaulted a passenger who was scared of flying with the disaster-prone airline.

The case, involving the chief steward of a Paris-bound flight, is the latest setback for the struggling national carrier, which has lost two jetliners this year.

Guinea

Nation declares 'health emergency'

Guinea declared an Ebola outbreak that has killed 377 in the nation a "health emergency" on Wednesday, and more flights from hard-hit West African countries were canceled as the region awaited shipments of experimental vaccine. Guinean President Alpha Conde announced a series of measures that include strict controls at border points.

AFP - Reuters

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