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Rescue work in Indonesia continues, 23 still missing

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2010-02-03 09:45
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Rescue work in Indonesia continues, 23 still missing
An ambulance stands by at the dock in Moluccas islands in eastern Indonesia, February 2, 2010. [Xinhua] 
Rescue work in Indonesia continues, 23 still missing
A staff member of the rescue center (R) explains the rescue operation in Moluccas islands in eastern Indonesia, February 2, 2010. [Xinhua]

Eight killed on sunken boat, 24 Chinese on board in Indonesia

The Chinese Embassy to Indonesia confirmed on Monday that 24 Chinese citizens were involved in the fast boat sinking accident in eastern Indonesia waters.