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Pakistani newspapers attack President Zardari over his trip to Europe.

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In Monday's international press review- the Pakistani newspapers savage President Asif Ali Zardari, anti-sex trafficking activists launch a campaign to boycott Craigslist, and countries try and sell themselves abroad - through edible diplomacy.

IN THE PAPERS
By Elena CASAS

Pakistani newspaper Dawn attacks President Asif Ali Zardari's trip to Europe while natural disasters kill thousands at home.

The Washington Post launches an appeal to have adult ads banned from hugely popular listings website Craigslist.

Sotuh Korea, Taiwan and Malaysia try and raise their international profile through edible diplomacy in the Guardian.

 

 

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