Gibbs said that engaging on the world stage is in the national interest because it helps create stability in an important region of the world.

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But attracting interest at this stage can be only the beginning, as potential investors undergo lengthy legal work before committing funds.

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South and North Korea are to strengthen cooperation for national interest in the international stage and the benefits of Korean residents abroad.

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Ministers said changes to the Debt Arrangement Scheme (Das) would freeze interest and charges at an earlier stage.

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