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Newsline 18.02.2013 | 17:15 UTC News International Relations EU foreign ministers tighten sanctions against North Korea EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss the world's major crisis zones. They have sharpened sanctions against North Korea and approved the start of an EU military training mission in war-torn Mali. As EU discusses arms for rebels, UN finds atrocities in Syria's war World Development Policy Asia needs 'clean' growth Sixty percent of the world's population lives in Asia. The economic growth of the region is impressive. But Managing Director of the Asian Development Bank Rajat Nag says there are many challenges ahead. Afghan bank scandal shows extent of corruption India faces many challenges in building 'green' Emerging Asia maintains boom despite Western woes Politics EU lobbyists wield their influence in Brussels In the European Union, political leaders are responsible for making the weighty decisions. Behind the scenes, thousands of lobbyists scramble to influence those very policies. Is the EU beholden to lobbyists? European Parliament's 'One Seat' drive thwarted Banks and states - a sinister alliance War crimes Former Ivorian leader faces pre-trial hearings It is still far from certain whether former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo will stand trial at the ICC. But even the start of pre-trial hearings in The Hague is causing dismay to some Ivorians. ICC indicts former Ivory Coast first lady Former Ivory Coast president fit for trial ICC – 10 years of seeking justice for war crimes Conflict More Shiite killings in Pakistan spark outrage Leaders of Pakistan's minority Shiite community hold the government and security agencies responsible for the sectarian killings in the southwestern city of Quetta in which over 80 people lost their lives. No country for Pakistani Shiites Pakistan in 2012: Between hope and despair The 'Wahabi Republic' of Pakistan Newsletters More DW Suggestions welcome! Nominate your favorites for the 2013 Bobs Awards Do you know bloggers, journalists or net activists who fight for human rights and for freedom of speech? Nominate your favorite for the Bobs Awards. To find out how and for more information on the Bobs, go here. More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013