Policy & Regulation
The latest news on government policy and regulations.
Teachers leaning in favor of reforms
Some people say teachers are standing in the way of strengthening their profession. Look again.
No rate cut expected despite sagging economy in the 17 countries that use euro
FRANKFURT, Germany — The European Central Bank is unlikely to offer any further help for Europe’s sagging economy Thursday after already lowering interest rates to record lows and calming the region’s debt crisis with its plan to buy the bonds of heavily indebted governments.
China waives visa requirements for most foreigners transiting through Beijing
BEIJING — State media say that China will allow most foreign visitors to stay in Beijing for three days without a visa if they are heading on to another country, a policy meant to boost tourism and smooth the way for transiting passengers and business travelers.
US, Japan, South Korea to seek Security Council action if North Korea launches rocket
WASHINGTON — The U.S. and key Asian allies have agreed to seek U.N. Security Council action if North Korea launches a long-range rocket this month, the State Department said Wednesday.
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