Gates says US still has role in Afghanistan

Lt General John Campbell greets US Defense Secretary Robert Gates as he arrives at Bagram Air Field in Afghanistan March 7, 2011. [Photo/Agencies]

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A massive 8.8 magnitude quake hit the northeast coast of Japan on March 11,2011.

Lawmakers and political advisers gather in Beijing to discuss major issues.

A massive earthquake hit Japan hard, leaving thousands dead.