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Philippines Boosts Mining, South Korea Enhances Defense, Family in Detention

3/24/2026

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The Philippines is forming partnerships to develop its mining industry to become globally competitive.
South Korea's Cheongung-II missile defense system now intercepts Iranian missiles, enhancing Seoul's status as a key defense supplier.
A Malaysian family faced hardship when Farouk's wife gave birth in an immigration detention center after their arrest.

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The Philippines is forming partnerships to develop its mining industry to become globally competitive.
South Korea's Cheongung-II missile defense system now intercepts Iranian missiles, enhancing Seoul's status as a key defense supplier.
A Malaysian family faced hardship when Farouk's wife gave birth in an immigration detention center after their arrest.