Philippines close to landmark peace deal in rebel south
 

22-09-12 11:29 AM

MANILA/KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - The Philippine government and Muslim rebels are closing in on a peace deal after nearly 15 years of violence-interrupted talks, a potential landmark success for President Benigno Aquino that could pave the way for more investment in the country's impoverished but resource-rich south. Related Stories Suspect in Mekong massacre pleads guilty in Chinese court Bahrain ...

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