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The Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi has announced a referendum on a new draft constitution on December 15. A recent decree given Mr Morsi extensive new powers has prompted widespread protests by his opponents, who have accused him of being a dictator in the making. From here is Bethany Bell.

President Morsi called on all Egyptians to participate in the referendum on the constitution whether they agreed with it or not. He said Egypt had to overcome this faith of tension, and he appealed for a comprehensive national dialogue over the concerns of the nation. The entire world is watching our experiment, he said. Meanwhile huge crowds of the president's supporters have rallied in Cairo and other towns across Egypt. And in Tahrir Square, the opposition demonstration continues.

The new Mexican leader, Enrique Pena Nieto has made his first speech as a president shortly after his inauguration. He promised to promote economic growth, entrance for Mexico into the world power. Mr Pena Nieto also promised to respect human rights and bring peace to the country. Will Grants reports from Mexico City.

The first aim of my government, Mr Nieto told his supporters, is to achieve the country at peace. A range of communities in Mexico have been robbed their peace by the violence, he said, and it's the new government's aim to return security to public squares in the streets. He also said the crime couldn't only be tackled using force and that a new crime prevention program will be set up.