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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Singapore says VTL arrangement will proceed without change at the moment.
One cargo pilot said he planned to resign "within six months" and look for employment overseas.
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Officials also backed a plan to make Covid-19 shots compulsory, saying the lower house of parliament would vote on it soon.
Omicron cases have presented "very mild or, in fact, had no symptoms at all", says Prof Paul Kelly.
Indonesia has extended the mandatory quarantine for arrivals from seven days to 10.
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All eyes on whether long-serving premier can bring about greater political dialogue and push forward Asean's Five-Point Consensus.
Mr Daniel Kritenbrink said the US will continue to evaluate additional steps that can be taken, including by increasing sanctions.
He is pushing for an official declaration to end the 1950-1953 Korean War.
Official sources said an agreement will be inked on Thursday to proceed with a revised northern alignment.
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