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Sri lanka's migrant labour keeps economy afloat
Business, Published on 30/01/2012
» 'The old order changeth yielding place to new," said the 19th century poet Alfred Lord Tennyson in his poem on the death of King Arthur. The context might be entirely different but the words seem apposite to describe the metamorphosis in Sri Lanka's economy in the 64 years since independence.
Sudan rebels say they captured 29 Chinese workers
AFP, Published on 29/01/2012
» Rebels in Sudan's South Kordofan state have captured 29 Chinese workers after a battle with government forces, a spokesman for the insurgents said on Sunday.
Indonesia must drop charges against Papuans: HRW
AFP, Published on 29/01/2012
» Human Rights Watch Sunday called on Indonesia to drop treason charges against five peaceful protesters, a day ahead of their expected trial in the remote province of Papua.
The melbourne identity: Hipper than you may think
B Magazine, Published on 29/01/2012
» It hardly came as a surprise when The Economist named Melbourne, Australia's second most populous city, as the most desirable place to live on Earth. Why? The capital of the state of Victoria has plenty to offer its residents and visitors alike, from lush nature, charming architecture and exciting diversity that's reflected through the city's never-ending offerings of cafes, restaurants, bars as well as artistic and cultural endeavours.
Flood aid tops govt to-do list
Online Reporters, Published on 28/01/2012
» Helping flood-hit people and delivering on promises of wage increases top the list of the 10 priorities for the reshuffled cabinet of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, a survey shows.
Kittiratt knows speeding up flood projects takes priority
News, Kamol Hengkietisak, Published on 28/01/2012
» Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Kittiratt Na-Ranong has no time to lose in implementing the government's flood prevention policy, Post Today argues.
Thailand's 1997 debt: Ghost of 15 years past
Jon Fernquest, Published on 27/01/2012
» Economist Tientip Subhanij provides background on Thailand's lingering 1997 crisis debt, not thought about much until recently.
Govt foreign labour plan comes under fire
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 27/01/2012
» Labour activists have criticised a plan by the Labour Ministry to allow thousands of foreign workers from Vietnam, Bangladesh and Nepal into the country to cope with a labour shortage.
NHRC honours fallen labour rights activists
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 27/01/2012
» The National Human Rights Commission yesterday granted its 2011 awards to seven fighters for equality who have disappeared or been killed.
Can anyone tame the debt dragon?
Business, Tientip Subhanij, Published on 27/01/2012
» For Chinese, the dragon is an auspicious creature, representing power, strength and good fortune. I start this column with hope and optimism that despite the many challenges that await, the Dragon year will bring good luck _ to me, my family and my country.