U.S. President Barack Obama said Wednesday that there is no "immediate decision pending" on sending more troops to Afghanistan.• U.S. gov't, Congress at odds on Afghan troops Sep 17, 2009
Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Carl Levin, a Democrat, argued that to demonstrate the resolve in the war, the United States should provide "the resources needed for the Afghan army and Afghan police to become self-sufficient," which would demonstrate "our commitment to the success of a mission that is in our national security interest," not just expansion of the size of its troops there. Earlier this week, other Democratic congressional leaders, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and... (Xinhuanet, China)
Admiral: More troops needed for Afghan war Sep 16, 2009
"Providing the resources needed for the Afghan Army and Afghan police to become self-sufficient would demonstrate our commitment to the success of a mission that is in our national security interest, while avoiding the risks associated with a further increase in U.S. ground combat troops," Levin said. Levin is one of several leading Democrats who have expressed skepticism in recent days about adding more American troops. (MSNBC -- International)
Rwanda: Country Leads the World in Business Sep 10, 2009
Alongside the company law is the new labour law, security interest in movable property and the law on commercial recovery and settling of issues arising from insolvency helped Rwanda rank highly. The business reforms are part of the government's wider efforts to promote Rwanda as a business and investment destination, in order to drive the growth of the private sector and generate wealth. (allAfrica.com)
Can Somalia be saved? Sep 10, 2009
Its potential to serve as a haven for international terrorists and as a launching pad for piracy in the Gulf of Aden are but two reasons a stable Somalia remains a strategic national security interest to the US and the international community. Renewed US focus on the region could not come at a more pressing time. (Christian Science Monitor)
Wrong way to fight right war Sep 10, 2009
Afghanistan constitutes a vital national security interest. Victory in this primitive, impoverished country will contribute materially to driving a stake through the heart of violent jihadism. (Albany Times Union)
Forum: Afghanistan not worth one more American life Sep 6, 2009
Is a vital national security interest threatened ... There was, in the beginning in Afghanistan, a vital national security interest in toppling the Taliban government and killing or capturing the Taliban's murderous guests, Osama bin Laden's al-Qaida terrorists ... We no longer have a vital national security interest or a clearly attainable goal in Afghanistan. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Military chiefs woo China Sep 3, 2009
We] place a high priority on engaging China on matters of shared security interest,'' the spokeswoman said. Our ability to speak frankly on issues such as China's military modernisation is an indication of the growing maturity of our relationship. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Financing approved Aug 29, 2009
VANCOUVER, Aug. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Norwood Resources Ltd. (the "Company) has closed a non-brokered private placement for CDN $6,121,783.05 as previously announced on July 15, 2009. The funds were raised by way of 'Secured Convertible Promissory Notes'. The Notes have a 2 year term and are secured by way of a general security interest on all of the assets of the Company. A coupon of 10% per annum will be paid semi-annually. The Company has the right to repay the Notes and accrued... (PR Newswire)
EXCLUSIVE: Gold Says UN Working with Iran to Hide Nuclear Program Aug 27, 2009
First of all, they, for the Iranians the purpose of diplomacy is to advance the national security interest of Iran period. The use of deception, even if it undermines trust, is completely valid from an Iranian perspective. (Human Events Online)
TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for August 26, 2009 Aug 27, 2009
The Company shall grant Hydro Ottawa a first priority security interest over all of the present and future property. Genuity Capital Markets Inc. will receive Agent's Fees in the amount of $35,000. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Africa: Israel Turns Dubiously to the Continent [analysis] Aug 20, 2009
Security sources point out that Israel has an additional immediate security interest - keeping tabs on the spread of Al-Qaeda linked groups in various parts of Africa. Officials in the Israeli foreign ministry's Mashav Department of International Cooperation have long advocated the need to build on "Israel's African Golden Age" (when expertise and civilian know-how were the tools of its diplomatic trade). (allAfrica.com)
Opes ghosts continue to haunt ANZ Aug 11, 2009
ANZ is continuing to work to ensure it meets its reporting obligations in relation to these complex situations where we hold a security interest but are not t 00004000 he owner of shares,'' he said. This includes dialogue with regulators where issues arise or clarification is necessary. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
U.S. battling CIA rendition case in 3 courts Aug 10, 2009
According to a transcript of the court's July 29 hearing, Lord Justice John Thomas said there was "nothing in the paragraphs (about the U.S. government's treatment of Mohamed) that could conceivably identify anything that is of a national security interest.". Jeppesen sued. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Clunkers' deepens the deficit Aug 7, 2009
Joe wrote on Aug 6, 2009 11:56 AM:" Reducing the fuel consumption on the US auto fleet certainly does reduce the amount of oil required to be imported. Remember when we were worried about the national security implications of oil importation? Seems like it would be worth a few billion to aggressively increase our fleet mileage from a gallon of gas. Ah, yes, that is all so yesterday in the eyes of those who are appearing to sacrifice reason to bash for bashing sake..... The national security... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Direct talks with N. Korea ahead? Not likely. Aug 6, 2009
But the US has resisted bilateral contacts with Pyongyang, especially since an unsuccessful flirting with normalization at the end of the Clinton administration, for the very reason that Washington has no interest in legitimizing a regime that remains a major source of trouble in a region of keen national security interest to the US.. At the same time, the US wants to keep a focus on the international threat posed by North Korea's belligerence and, in particular, its development of nuclear... (Christian Science Monitor)
Dam removal decision senselessSiskiyou County supervisors back five solutions to fish survival in Basin Aug 6, 2009
The federal, California and Oregon governments should be insisting on maintaining this thriving infrastructure as a national security interest to keep America independent from the vulnerability of foreign energy imports. Five solutions. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Colombia's Uribe On Trip To Defend US Bases Pact Aug 5, 2009
In Brasilia on Tuesday, Jones told reporters that the bases issue "will have a good explanation and a satisfactory outcome that will in no way interfere with the progress of our friendship and our cooperation together on matters of mutual security interest.". Uribe has put Colombia's leftist rebels on the defensive with more than $5 billion in U.S. aid, including special forces training and the sharing of intelligence from satellite and airborne communications intercepts. (CBS News -- World)
Pischke buys Nissan franchise from Hutson Jul 31, 2009
The sale of the Nissan franchise was completed soon after La Crosse County Circuit Court Judge Scott Horne issued an order Thursday preventing General Motors Acceptance Corp. from asserting its security interest against Hutson s Nissan inventory and equipment ... In an affidavit filed in court, Hutson said GMAC was refusing to release its security interest, which in turn was holding up the sale to Pischke. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The Informer: Georgina Wood Goofed Jul 29, 2009
But when it came to the case of MV Benjamin cocaine, Justice Dotse, who was tasked to sit over the case, had to satisfy the national security interest and save the country from embarrassment. The case was a matter of national security interest and that the welfare of the state rested on the shoulders of this judge. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Trusting America's New Mideast 'Defense Umbrella' Jul 28, 2009
Israeli and U.S. officials agree that Tehran is getting dangerously close to being able to produce an atomic weapon and that event, warns Gates, could lead to a nuclear arms race in the Middle East; Sparking an arms race ; should affect the calculation of what Iran intends to do, and what it believes is in its national security interest, Clinton explained. Desperation over both outcomes -- a destabilizing Israeli attack and a nuclear Iran that sparks a Mideast arms race -- forced the Obama... (Human Events Online)
Israel sees more US 'understanding' on Iran's nukes Jul 28, 2009
Ultimately we're committed to the national security interest of Israel. " Zalman Shoval, a former Israeli ambassador to the US and a current adviser to Mr. Netanyahu, says Israel's position has gained more understanding from US officials. "The mutual comprehension of the US and Israel on the nuclear issue is becoming closer than ever," he says. But Stephen Cook, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of the recent opinion piece, "Why Israel Won't Attack Iran," cautions... (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Gates, Barak differ on strategy if Iran talks fail Jul 28, 2009
I think we are also agreed that it is important to take every opportunity to try and persuade the Iranians to reconsider what is actually in their own security interest. We are in the process of doing that. (Boston Globe)
IBG acquires New Vine assets at auction Jul 28, 2009
According to a report in Lewis Purdue's blog, no bids other than Inertia's were made, and it won the auction "by pledging the security interest in (its) senior secured loan" acquired from Silicon Valley Bank. Other potential bidders that attended the auction but did not bid, according to Wine Industry Insight, were , and. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Results Jul 25, 2009
01 par value; 90,000,000 authorized; issued and outstanding: June 30, 2009 - 17,445,311 issued; 167 174 173 16,698,168 outstanding Sept. 30, 2008 - 17,412,449 issued; 17,374,161 outstanding June 30, 2008 - 17,391,517 issued, 17,348,229 outstanding Additional paid-in capital 150,391 157,205 157,089 Retained earnings 55,643 59,813 59,707 Unearned shares issued to ESOP (9,926) (10,605) (11,329) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 2,373 (1,400) (2,108) -------- -------- -------- Total... (Primezone Releases)
Weak Markets and Strong C$ Impact Interfor's 2nd Qtr Results Jul 24, 2009
The Operating Line is secured by a general security agreement which includes a security interest in all accounts receivable and inventories, charges against timber tenures, and mortgage security on sawmills ... Both of the term lines are secured by a general security agreement which includes a security interest in all accounts receivable and inventories, charges against timber tenures, and mortgage security on sawmills. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Teck Reports Second Quarter Results for 2009 Jul 23, 2009
Our obligations under our amended lending agreements and the senior secured notes are guaranteed by Teck Metals Ltd., Teck Coal Partnership, and all other material subsidiaries of Teck, subject to certain exceptions, and are secured by a first priority security interest in all of the material properties of Teck and each guarantor, with provision for the release of the security interest in connection with permitted asset sales. The security interest in favour of the banks and noteholders will... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
EARLIER: Clinton pushes N. Korea to end nuke program Jul 23, 2009
"We also have made it clear that we'll take actions as I've said time and time again, crippling action working to upgrade the defenses of our partners in the region," she said, referring to the Middle East, and in particular the Persian Gulf area where the United States has maintained economic, political and security interests for many decades ... "That should affect the calculation of what Iran intends to do and what it believes is in its national security interest because it may render Iran... (USA Today)
Private placements in Asia: Silent disaster Jul 23, 2009
But it also meant creditors had no security interest in the companies themselves and little protection in the event of a default. In exchange for these risks there was the prospect of great returns. (The Economist)
China stalls on the AfPak road Jul 17, 2009
Beyond the two territorial circles of national security interest, China's projection of power expressed itself eastbound militarily during the Korean conflict drawing a red line against the West in defense of North Korean's communist regime and southbound during the Vietnam War. But on its western and south western frontiers, China's regime developed also transnational attitudes. (Asia Times Online)
Judge Puzzled at BofA's Stance in $58 Million Heller Suit Jul 17, 2009
Bank of America terminated its security interest in 2007 in a Uniform Commercial Code filing the bank has since called a "clerical error." ... "We need to understand how they worked, what went on, how is this established, where was the asset generated, and by whom and in what way. These are important points, because there's a very serious issue: There's nobody claiming we don't have a perfected security interest against the PCs at all times.". (Law.com)
Georgia still in the running for Carbon Motors campus Jul 16, 2009
The United States of America has a national security interest in seeing that this vehicle get into production as quickly as possible. Carbon Motors is a homeland security firm that is raising funds to manufacture purpose-built police cars for law enforcement agencies across the country. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
U.S. citizens aren't willing to pay their debt Jul 14, 2009
Bankers have held a security interest with a right to foreclose since 1789, and our presidents and congress have been juggling this debt ever since, until 1999. If you don't wish to waste a good mind, it might be wise to ask why 1999 was so special. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Africa: Obama Explains Food Security Initiative [document] Jul 11, 2009
And so wealthier nations have a moral obligation as well as a national security interest in providing assistance. And we've got to meet those responsibilities. (allAfrica.com)
Obama: G-8 talks 'highly productive' Jul 11, 2009
"We've got 100 million people who dropped into further dire poverty as a consequence of this recession. We estimate that 1 billion people are hungry around the globe. And so, wealthier nations have a moral obligation as well as a national security interest in providing assistance. And we've got to meet those responsibilities. "The flip side is that countries in and elsewhere in the world that are suffering from extreme poverty have an obligation to use the assistance that's available in a way... (CNN -- World)
Letters to the editor, July 9 Jul 10, 2009
Thu Jul 09, 2009, 02:09 PM EDT. Conservation areas abound. (Burlington Union, MA)
Obama Brings International State Terrorism to Ghana Jul 8, 2009
Thus Obama will not hesitate to kill, terrorize and bomb Africans in Ghana if the people rise up to take control of their resources, which will be a threat to U.S. national security interest. The Trojan horse is in place with Ghana harboring the largest U.S. embassy in Africa, and every embassy in used as a CIA headquarters to provide information to destabilize governments if they refuse to carry our U.S. foreign policy. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sebright: Is the United States a Global Energy Exporter? Jul 8, 2009
It is in our national security interest to ensure that those new nuclear energy programs will not contribute to global nuclear risk, whether from terrorism or by expanding the club of nations with nuclear weapons. And it is in our economic interest to support U.S. nuclear energy technologies to ensure that we spread our high standards for safety and security, improve the competitiveness of American companies, and create jobs here at home. (Roll Call)
Fannie Mae Redemption Jul 4, 2009
Principal Security Interest Maturity CUSIP Redemption Amount Type Rate Date Date $100,000,000 MTN 1. 750% January 13, 2012 3136F93F8 July 13, 2009 $100,000,000 MTN 1. (PR Newswire)
Gehl announces layoffs Jul 2, 2009
As part of the agreement, the banks received a security interest in all of Gehl's North American assets. The new agreement gave Gehl an $80 million revolving credit line -- that will mature on June 26, 2011 -- based on its North American inventories and money owed from its customers. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Dollar's futurein US hands Jul 2, 2009
Trade flows not where it is needed most, but to where it best serves the US national security interest. "Neo-liberal globalization has promoted the illusion that trade is a win-win transaction for all, based on the Ricardian model of comparative advantage. Yet economists recognize that without global full employment, comparative advantage is merely Say's Law internationalized. Say's Law states that supply creates its own demand, but only under full employment, a pre-condition supply-siders... (Asia Times Online)
Medialink Worldwide Extinguishes Subordinated Debentures Jul 2, 2009
Upon payment the Company was released from all future obligations and the security interest held by the debenture holders was terminated. The debenture holders continue to hold warrants to purchase a total of 536,729 shares of the Company's common stock, of which 524,637 warrants have a purchase price of $0. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gehl secures new 2-year credit pact Jun 30, 2009
As part of the amended credit agreement, Gehl Co. has granted to its bank lenders a security interest in all of its North American assets. The amended credit agreement addresses matters that gave rise to an April 16 forbearance agreement with the lender group that rescinds and withdraws a notice of debt repayment delivered on March 31. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
The Iranian Election In Historic Terms Jun 24, 2009
Talks with Iran, it was noted, are not a reward for good behavior, they are only the consequence of President Obama s decision that talks with Iranian leaders are in our national security interest. But is that really the case. (Human Events Online)
Obama Condemns Iran's Crackdown on Protesters, Says U.S., World `Appalled' Jun 24, 2009
The president said he is waiting to see how the turmoil in Iran evolves before deciding how he might change his strategy of engaging the government there diplomatically to prevent the country from gaining a nuclear weapon, which he called a core national security interest of the U.S.. We dont know yet how this thing is going to play out, he said. (Bloomberg -- US)
Lorus Therapeutics Announces Settlement of Secured Convertible Debentures Jun 23, 2009
We are also pleased that this liability could be resolved with no dilution to our shareholders while allowing us to retain a significant portion of the future value of Virulizin. "Agreement with ZOR PharmaceuticalsAs previously announced on April 8, 2008 Lorus entered into an exclusive multinational license agreement with ZOR formed as a subsidiary of Zoticon Bioventures Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Lorus was entitled to receive payments in excess of U.S.$12 million upon achievement of... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
To Die for a Mystique Jun 16, 2009
Yet the most fundamental lay in President Johnson s erroneous conviction that the Republic of Vietnam constituted a vital American security interest and that ensuring that country s survival required direct and massive U.S. military intervention. Johnson erred in his estimation of South Vietnam s importance. (The American Conservative)
Constitutional convention may be best treatment for our dysfunctional state Jun 16, 2009
danielh wrote on Jun 13, 2009 1:14 AM:" jbhiker: a CC is statute staple event. This means that its governance is unto itself, accountable to noone, and to nothing, except itself. The only exception is in banking. If the CC doesnt respect the bankers security interest in their collateral, then there will be foreclosure, or war.The only delegates that are allowed are the ones that the CC allows.The new constitution produced by the CC will not be subject to the approval of the people unless... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Production Enhancement Group Announces 2009 First Quarter Results: Wise Well Intervention Services, Inc. Foreclosed on by Senior Lender Jun 6, 2009
The senior lender has a security interest in all of the assets of the Company, including the intellectual property assets. On May 4, 2009, the Company announced that despite the best efforts of management and the Board of Directors of the Company, it has not been able to reach agreement with its senior lender to forbear enforcing its indebtedness. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
First Financial Northwest, Inc. Reports Having An Independent Stress Analysis Performed On Its Loan Portfolio Jun 6, 2009
"We are aggressively reviewing our position on these collateral backed loans and have increased our activities with these borrowers in order to best protect our security interest in these credit relationships."We fully expect the independent stress test to indicate that we need to increase our allowance for loan losses, primarily with our residential construction/land development loans, which was 21% of our total loan portfolio as of March 31, 2009. Preliminary results suggest that we will need... (Primezone Releases)
Hills area Muslims praise Obama's speech to the Islamic world Jun 5, 2009
Obama addressed the difficult circumstances in which Palestinians find themselves, Ahmad said, "without necessarily compromising Israel's legitimate security interest" and while recognizing that "the actions of a violent and irrational few should not be the basis for the perceptions and judgments about more than a billion Muslims in the world.". The speech contained some of the same messages that Zineldine tries to teach his children. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Greenberg Traurig in Hot Water Over Representation of Heller Jun 3, 2009
At issue is Greenberg's apparent failure to discover that Heller's biggest creditor, Bank of America, had terminated its security interest in the firm. Lawyers familiar with the matter say that Heller, which retained Greenberg last summer, would have had much better leverage with its banks and other creditors if it had known BofA wasn't a secured creditor and may have even been able to avoid bankruptcy. (Law.com)
North Korea tests Jun 2, 2009
He says, "For the Chinese, the significant events in Northeast Asia would be instability along their border with North Korea. "That, above all else, drives their national security interest. The idea of an implosion or a North Korea that simply ceases to exist in a controlled fashion frightens the Chinese. (CNN)
Myanmar junta justifies Suu Kyi detention Jun 1, 2009
The piece, entitled "Laws enacted for state stability and community peace," begins by saying every country -- including the United States and the United Kingdom -- has put in place laws that "if necessary to prioritize with national security interest, civil liberties of a citizen may be restricted.". "Every citizen is to understand the fact that the government's promulgating the laws and taking action against offenders in accordance with the law are not associated with any forms of... (CNN -- World)
Netanyahu: "What the hell do they want from me?" May 30, 2009
"Members of Congress have more willing to follow the leadership of the administration ... because [they] believe it is in our national security interest to move toward ending the conflict and that it is not a zero sum for Israel," the former senior Clinton administration official said. . (Slate)
Queensland Minerals Ltd. Announces First Quarter 2009 Results, Credit Facility and Postponement of Shareholders' Meeting May 30, 2009
A portion of the credit facilities, representing approximately $4,858,000, is secured solely by the related notes which, following the implementation of the ABCP restructuring plan, have replaced the ABCP. The remaining amount of approximately $1,831,000 is secured by related notes as well as a general security interest in the universality of all of the Company's assets. Cash proceeds from the sale of the notes will automatically be applied, at that time, to the amount of outstanding borrowings. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Gilani briefed on qualitative updates in country`s nuclear programme May 30, 2009
We are determined to retain nuclear deterrence at all costs, and no compromise will be made on our core security interest, said the prime minister referring to questions being raised over the safety of Pakistans nuclear arsenal. Various US officials and legislators have questioned the safety of Pakistans nuclear weapons, but Pakistan maintains that there is no danger of its weapons falling into the hands of the Taliban. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Just the facts May 24, 2009
CHENEY: Releasing the interrogation memos was flatly contrary to the national security interest of the United States. The harm done only begins with top secret information now in the hands of terrorists. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Cheney Swipes at Pelosi: She Demanded Briefing May 22, 2009
Of the memos that Mr. Obama did release, Mr. Cheney called it "flatly contrary to the national security interest of the United States.". Speaking across Washington at the National Archives, Mr. Obama said with the tactics already having been acknowledged in the press, and with his own action to ban the use of the techniques, there was no longer any reason to keep the specifics secret. (Newsmax)
President Mills, AFRICOM and Obama: An Open letter May 22, 2009
With all due respect to U.S President Obama, a U.S military base in our country or any where else in Africa is not in our national security interest. Although we are a small poor nation, we have been blessed in Ghana to not have had any wars or terrorist attacks. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dick Cheney's prepared remarks May 22, 2009
Releasing the interrogation memos was flatly contrary to the national security interest of the United States. The harm done only begins with top secret information now in the hands of the terrorists, who have just received a lengthy insert for their training manual. (Boston Globe)
US commander in Pakistan warning May 22, 2009
Adm Mullen said it was in America's security interests to fight the Taliban ... In Washington, Adm Mullen told the Senate committee that the US had a clear national security interest in confronting the Taliban. (BBC News -- Americas)
REACTION: Cheney defends Bush's national security policies May 22, 2009
Cheney starkly criticized Obama's decision to release Justice Department memos authorizing the now-banned interrogation techniques, calling it "flatly contrary to the national security interest of the United States.". He repeated earlier criticisms that, as he put it, "the public was given less than half the truth. The released memos were carefully redacted to leave out references to what our government learned through the methods in question. Other memos, laying out specific terrorist plots... (USA Today)
Obama restarting Bush-era terror tribunals May 21, 2009
Answering liberal complaints, White House press secretary Robert Gibbs told reporters: "First and foremost, the president does what is in the best security interest of the United States." ... "I continue to believe it is in our own national security interests to separate ourselves from the past problems of Guantanamo," said Graham, who has been working with the administration on issues related to detainees. (MSNBC -- International)
ACC orders millions in securities fines May 21, 2009
The commission found that Wise did not assign investors a security interest in any collateral and that he further misrepresented the safety level of the investments, a statement released by the ACC said. The ACC provided its findings to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which is involved in efforts to freeze Wise s bank accounts, companies, equipment and records. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
ALERT B&C Corporation announces a Non-Brokered Private Placement financing and the signing of an MOU with VOTI Inc. May 20, 2009
CALGARY, May 20 /CNW Telbec/ - ALERT Boration ("ALERT Bthe "Corporation") (TSX Venture Exchange: ACB) is pleased to announce a Non-Brokered Private Placement of Units in addition to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with VOTI Inc. The Corporation has proposed a Non-Brokered Private Placement of 500 Units, for total gross proceeds of $500,000 (the "Offering"). Each Unit will consist of a $1,000 principal amount of 10 percent secured convertible debentures (the "Debentures") and... (Canada Newswire)
