MAS to set up Corporate Governance Council to enhance investors' confidence Nov 19, 2009
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This cruelty to sheep is economically unsound Nov 19, 2009
Many Australian stakeholders supporting the livestock export industry have similar ideologies to the people who oppose the Australian live export industry ... Many Australian stakeholders supporting the livestock export industry have similar. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Letters for Wednesday, November 18, 2009 (1058) Nov 19, 2009
You can imagine my disbelief that you would have scheduled a stakeholders meeting while this vigil was planned. Mahalo for rescheduling this meeting and for including the mana o of those who represent the host culture and embody the common values of respect for place, for the natural world and the spiritual dimensions of kuleana to malama each other and the aina for future generations. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Group discusses sage grouse management Nov 19, 2009
Chairman Tom Maechtle said working groups were established throughout the state to allow local stakeholders to bring the knowledge of issues to the table and develop a conservation strategy for sage grouse. One topic on the groups agenda Friday is a summary presentation of the 2009 sage grouse lek monitoring completed by Wyoming Game and Fish Department and will include population estimates for this year. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Marcial: America's Car-Mart, a Lot to Like Nov 18, 2009
Other big stakeholders are Dimensional Fund with 4. 5% and the Vanguard Group with 3. (BusinessWeek)
Cadbury? Just say 'cheese' Nov 18, 2009
If the board lacks power to weigh in on the deal, that also means nobody with any clout is looking out for other stakeholders, like employees. That's been the argument of people like Martin Lipton, the takeover lawyer who invented the poison pill. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Political impasse takes Nepal to brink Nov 18, 2009
This is why UN secretary general Ban Ki-moon has encouraged the stakeholders to reconcile their positions. His worries are understandable, especially in view of the fact that UNMIN's current mandate runs out at the end of January. (Asia Times Online)
Tomato farmers appeal to government to curb imports Nov 18, 2009
Ms Christiana Amarchey, regional programme manager of Action Aid Ghana, said the NGO was collaborating with other stakeholders in finding challenges that confronted the farmers. "Let's learn together to help improve our activities and support each other so we can achieve our goals since the government alone cannot do all to improve agriculture". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Africa: Corruption Perception - Nigeria's Rating Worsens Nov 18, 2009
In the GCR report, Nigeria's banking sector was lambasted for its perceived corruption, which was described as partially responsible for the collapse of many banks in the 1990s and losses to many depositors and stakeholders. In the CPI 2009 released yesterday, Nigeria, obtaining a score of 2. (allAfrica.com)
Government committed to school feeding programme Nov 18, 2009
Colonel Cyril Necku (Rtd), Deputy Volta Regional Minister, gave the caution in his keynote address at a sensitization and orientation workshop for stakeholders of the programme in the Volta Region in Ho on Tuesday ... "Our stakeholders have made it clear to us that despite the successes chalked, we could still improve upon the way we do things. "The focus now should be finding a sustainable way in its implementation," he said. Source:GNA Comments: All Rights Reserved, 1994-2009, ? Copyright... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Takeover battle: Shareholders often do not know whats best Nov 18, 2009
If the board lacks power to weigh in on the deal, that also means nobody with any clout is looking out for other stakeholders, like employees. Most mergers never live up to their hype, resulting in lower values and fewer jobs. (India Times)
New Water Management Tool May Help Ease Effects Of Drought Nov 18, 2009
For example, managers could encourage stakeholders to put water-use restrictions in place and launch a water conservation campaign before the drought even arrives. Managers could also use this approach to determine how best to take advantage of surplus water supplies. (Science Daily)
The gloves are off in the battle for betting agency's cut of thecake Nov 18, 2009
In the other corner is the respondent, Racing NSW. Its mission statement demands it deliver the NSW thoroughbred racing industry ''improvement in its competitive position and increased financial returns to constituent stakeholders. Betfair is claiming the 1. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Ghana to host international coffee forum Nov 18, 2009
It is also aimed at offering IACO member countries the opportunity to discuss activities of the ACRN and their impact on solving problems confronting stakeholders in the coffee value chain in Africa. On the sidelines of the AGA, a workshop on coffee statistics aimed at building capacity of countries to enable them improve on their compliance of the statistical rules of the International Coffee Organization would be held. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
KDB Financial's Min Rues `Very Good Opportunity' He Missed to Buy Lehman Nov 18, 2009
My biggest regret is not having been able to fully explain the structure of the deal to our domestic stakeholders because the situation didnt allow it, Min said. If I had done that, I believe I would have secured wider support. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
ILO equips leaders of small scale business associations Nov 17, 2009
He said it was in recognition of this that the ILO in collaboration with the government and other stakeholders partnered to evolve means of addressing those problems under its "Decent Work Country Programme" to help create jobs and eradicate poverty. Dr. Thompson said this when he opened a five-day technical training workshop in Cape Coast. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
MOH holds Health Summit Nov 17, 2009
The Minister explained that the summit would therefore afford the Ministry and its partners as well as stakeholders the platform and the opportunity to dialogue, reflect on performance. The participants would also map out the way forward for the 2010 Programme of Work and Sector Medium Term Development and also renew their commitment towards the people of Ghana. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Government to support cultural activities Nov 17, 2009
He said the Ministry with support from a German Development Organization and stakeholders had initiated a five-year strategic development plan to assist government to clearly focus on the sector ... He said the Ministry in collaboration with the French Embassy and United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and other stakeholders was planning a musical festival to be dubbed: "High Vibes Festival", which might be made an annual event to coincide with the cultural... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
UIDIA draws up plan to earn Rs 288 cr annually Nov 17, 2009
The authority, likely to be designated as a statutory body soon, has circulated a white paper among key stakeholders with details of revenue income, among other aspects. The key stakeholders include banks that will be able to rope in better quality customers and various government departments, which want to ensure that allocations reach the target audience. (India Times)
101 Comments Nov 17, 2009
"By connecting the many participating stakeholders, this project will change lives, uplift? neighborhoods and help move this great city forward," Noren said. Related links. (PNN Online)
'Great Public Schools: A Basic Right and Our Responsibility' Nov 17, 2009
School systems need to continuously build and strengthen relationships among a wide range of stakeholders in the community ... Provide a general consensus about ways to respond to challenges facing schools and the role of community stakeholders ... They are also accountable to the public and responsible for assuring the stakeholders that the money allocated for the schools provides a good return on the public;s investment. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Plan may cut Hawaii school furloughs Nov 17, 2009
"Collectively, we were able to get the attention of the governor. All stakeholders were engaged for certain," he said. "It's very encouraging that the governor has been listening, even though she has been far, far away.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Geo Announces Inmet Deals Nov 17, 2009
Geo Minerals is a junior exploration company actively seeking mineral and energy opportunities for the benefit of all our stakeholders. ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
GMAC's Carpenter Plans to Build Auto Finance, Find a `Solution' for ResCap Nov 17, 2009
GMAC has said it would continue to support ResCap as long as it was in the interest of its stakeholders. Analysts have been speculating about a bankruptcy for at least a year and GMAC said in November 2008 that ResCap might not survive. (Bloomberg)
Education expert to address task force Nov 17, 2009
The task force is comprised of school staff, parents and community stakeholders. The Board of Education appointed board member Peter Meyer as leader, and he has charged the task force with producing a report to the full BOE by January 2010. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Durkin & Brad Smith: A Better Way for Say-on-Pay Nov 17, 2009
For Microsoft, the decision to implement a triennial say-on-pay plan was informed by discussions with stakeholders and a commitment to strengthening corporate governance policies. As Congress, federal regulators, and President Barack Obama consider say-on-pay and other financial reform legislation, we advocate giving companies the flexibility to adopt governance policies that suit their particular circumstances and the needs of their shareholders. (Roll Call)
U.S. 80 merchants want action Nov 17, 2009
"We've started some contacts with some key stakeholders out there. I know there has been a meeting with some people from Saks and Metrocenter and some other people," she said. But Saks Executive Vice President Mike Rodgers said Johnson's administration hasn't "reached out to us at all.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
EU to search out cyber criminals Nov 16, 2009
"If the strategy is to make the fight against cyber crime more efficient, all stakeholders have to be fully committed to its implementation," he added. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Technology)
Ballard Announces Distribution Agreement for Telecom Backup Power in India Nov 16, 2009
We feel as strongly as ever that a substantial market opportunity exists for fuel cells in India. " Hal Koyama, IdaTech's Chief Executive Officer said, "We are looking forward to supplying ACME with our ElectraGen(TM) natural gas and hydrogen systems, both of which incorporate Ballard's fuel cell stacks. (Canada Newswire)
Nigeria: Deregulation - The Right Thing At the Wrong Time? [analysis] Nov 16, 2009
Consultations have been in top gear with major oil companies operating in the country, the labour unions and other stakeholders in the petroleum sector, to ensure a take-off, devoid of hitches, of the deregulation programme, which has been in the pipeline for some years now. Topmost on the deregulation agenda of the federal government is the removal of petrol subsidy. (allAfrica.com)
When should you quit? Nov 16, 2009
Develop skills to fail ethically and do the right by staff, suppliers and other stakeholders. Learn to fail well so you can recover faster. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Climate variability and dengue incidence Nov 16, 2009
Supporting the use of systematic reviews in policymaking John Lavis (of McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada) discusses how health policymakers and their stakeholders need research evidence, and the best ways evidence can be synthesized and packaged to optimize its use. Funding: John Lavis receives salary support as the Canada Research Chair in Knowledge Transfer and Exchange. (EurekAlert!)
New shelter will meet needs of local homeless Nov 16, 2009
We had a summit in 2005 that brought together all the stakeholders and the government, said Anita Floyd, Vice President for Community Impact at United Way of the Midlands who is also part of the S.C. Council on Homelessness. Floyd said the plan was accepted in 2005 and since 2006, private efforts have brought together the care providers, business community and faith community to make the plan a reality. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Town touts garden project Nov 15, 2009
A stakeholders meeting is planned for 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Cave Creek Council Chambers. Organizers will discuss the plans, which call for a lot more than a garden. (AZCentral -- News)
Net talking shop kicks off debate Nov 15, 2009
Page last updated at 05:44 GMT, Sunday, 15 November 2009. Web pioneer Sir Tim Berners-Lee will deliver a keynote speech. (BBC News -- Technology)
Govt to assess fin regulators Nov 15, 2009
The proposed study would involve identification of policy options, holding consultations with the stakeholders concerned, designing the Regulatory Impact Assessment module, and developing a programme for capacity building in the three regulators, as per the terms of reference made available to the potential consultants. Read business stories in. (India Times)
CISOs reveal what scares them Nov 15, 2009
What evidence would the service provider have to provide to assure the department that its information was secure, that its data could not be leaked, that the privacy information related to HUDs stakeholders, business partners and constituents was not subject to inadvertent leakage or modification. Security challenges abound, including determining encryption requirements, who would be responsible for encryption key management, where encryption would apply to data at rest as well as in... (FCW.com)
Kenya: New Policy to Boost Kenya's Bid to Go Green Nov 15, 2009
The document crafted with stakeholders' input, aims to address global warming through substitution of petroleum fuels and diversification of income sources with farmers growing jatropha for biodiesel production. It identifies the plant as suitable non-food crop with seedlings as viable feedstock. (allAfrica.com)
Q&A: Internet Governance Forum Nov 15, 2009
The IGF was set up by the United Nations as a forum for stakeholders in the internet to discuss its future. Stakeholders can be anyone and any organisation - from national governments, commercial organisations, charitable bodies to individual interested parties. (BBC News -- Technology)
* Forging an economic equilibrium Nov 15, 2009
The road ahead for growth requires inclusiveness and taking better care of all stakeholders. In its most recent report, the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics said the unemployment rate was 6. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
How a Slym chance worked for GM India Nov 14, 2009
That meant antsy stakeholders, falling sales and a bone-dry investment tap. Not only was its parent in no position to pump in more dollars (it has already invested $1 billion in India), even local financial institutions were shy when GM went looking for another $200 million for its engine and transmission plant in Talegaon, near Pune. (India Times)
Kirk Says Obama Administration to Work With Congress on Pacific Trade Pact Nov 14, 2009
As the trade talks proceed, he promised close consultation with the United States Congress and with stakeholders at home. . (Bloomberg -- Japan)
ProMetic Reports Its Third Quarter 2009 Highlights and Financial Results Nov 14, 2009
- $2,250,000 additional loans from long-term stakeholders. - Repayment of final instalments of $12,000,000 debt contracted in 2006. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Closed meetings: Good idea, or not? Nov 13, 2009
Representatives of groups that participated in the negotiations defended the process, saying it allowed for open discussions that prevented posturing, built confidence among negotiators and eventually allowed stakeholders to voice disagreements and resolve differences ... But Steve Rothert, a Trout Unlimited spokesman, said the talks generated a sense of confidence among stakeholders that allowed them to take a collective leap of faith. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Asia Summit Awaits Obama Trade Policy Promised in May as Agreements Linger Nov 13, 2009
On pending free trade agreements, we continue our consultation with stakeholders and Congress to understand concerns and to develop proposals for addressing these concerns. . (Bloomberg -- US)
* FEATURE : Lange Wapper bridge plan causing a flap in Antwerp Nov 13, 2009
If you want to avoid problems, you need to engage stakeholders from day one, said Kurt van Dender, chief economist at the International Transport Forum. As opposition to the project rose over the years, so did project cost estimates, skyrocketing to 2. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cyberjaya masterplan to iron out the kinks Nov 13, 2009
He said what CSB did before drawing up the plan was to talk to the stakeholders, namely, the Multimedia Development Corporation (MDec), the Sepang Municipal Council (MPSp) and Setia Haruman, its people and the companies and to find out what they hoped to see and then identify the initiatives that would benefit the community. A leading edge multimedia location that would attract world-class multimedia and IT companies with integrated infrastructure and IT systems and an efficient transport system... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Transcript of a Press Conference Call with International Monetary Fund Resident Representative for Sri Lanka Koshy Mathai on the Completion of the IMF's First Review Under Sri Lanka's Stand-By Arrangement Nov 13, 2009
Usually when a country borrows from the IMF, the Fund posts a person in that country, basically to keep the channel of communication open with the government and to speak more broadly with other stakeholders so that we get a good picture of what s happening in the country. Unlike other international organizations and embassies, we usually have a small footprint, just one economist or two economists with some support staff and that s what we ve done here as well. (IMF News)
How to prepare for a secure network hardware upgrade Nov 13, 2009
Stakeholders of applications that may be affected should ensure support staff is available in the event of any problems and should provide feedback during tests. Testing should cover at least a full month so that all processes, such as month-end payroll, are tested prior to the change over. (Search Security, MA)
ION Media Networks, Inc. Comments on Court Ruling in Support of Confirmation of Plan of Reorganization Nov 13, 2009
We appreciate the support of our stakeholders and employees during our short time in Chapter 11 and look forward to continuing our positive momentum in the coming weeks and beyond. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Birthday boy keeps his presence Nov 13, 2009
The ASX's head of equity markets, Richard Murphy, said how the bourse and S&P ''for the past five years have worked with a wide range of market stakeholders to ensure coverage exists for Australia's key industry sectors. One wonders if Murphy is happy the ASX and S&P took five years to get around to establishing the index. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Stakeholders of the real estate sector Nov 13, 2009
To bring the Indian property industry on par with the global real estate sector, the Indian parliament is gearing up to pass the much talked about real estate regulatory bill in the winter session. The industry is keenly watching out for this one as the first draft was found to be faulty and rather lopsided , excluding the government bodies from its purview. (India Times)
Poms jump queue for Ashes tickets Nov 13, 2009
After members and corporate stakeholders take their share of seats, the numbers left for local fans will have dwindled. Large numbers are going to be squeezed out if the most recent Ashes series played in Australia is any guide - tens of thousands of spectators were unable to attend Tests in 2006-07. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
The Palin Persuasion Nov 13, 2009
Obama's governing style is based on personal interaction with major policy stakeholders ... But whatever the benefits, the costs are all too clear: Incumbent stakeholders use government access to drive out competition, increase their leverage, and limit transparency. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Nigeria: Oil Companies Must Build Refineries, Says Govt Nov 13, 2009
Meanwhile, President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua has directed the government team to step up consultations with Labour and other stakeholders to ensure that the issue of deregulation of the downstream sector of the oil industry is amicably resolved ... "I also want to add my own voice to say that Nigerians should take note of the consultations that has been going on between government team and all the stakeholders because good governance is about consultation in decision making devoid of unilateral... (allAfrica.com)
Government to reduce accidents on Volta Lake Nov 13, 2009
He appealed district assemblies along the Volta Lake and other stakeholders to contribute to the fund that would be used to train the youth to serve as lifeguards at landing sites and provide search and rescue services ... Mr Azumah said the surest way to patrol and lay surveillance was the procurement of speedboats and called on stakeholders to expedite action on that. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Liberia: Country Makes Progress On Good Governance Nov 13, 2009
He said since that time, the Ministry of Planning and Economic Affairs has coordinated the development of Liberia's Threshold Country Program (TCP) with all relevant stakeholders in collaboration with USAID which addresses Land Rights and Access, Girls Primary Education Completion Rate, and Trade Policy. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
IRS develops software for tax returns Nov 13, 2009
She was speaking at a workshop in Accra organised for stakeholders to build their capacity on the functions and use of the software. Ms Adusei said the IRS had especially targeted medium and small enterprises which did not have and could not afford the services of the bigger financial setups in order to handle their own tax-related issues. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Labours wants Ghanaians to control oil industry Nov 12, 2009
It stressed the need for all stakeholders including the TUC to participate in discussions of policies and agreements regarding the oil and gas industry to ensure total participation, transparency and good governance to make it a blessing instead of a curse ... The National Executive Council of the GTPCWU urged the government to identify stakeholders in the industry and the relevant institutions to formulate an Action Plan, train and retrain workers to build their capacity to acquire knowledge in... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Government to partner organised labour for development - Veep Nov 12, 2009
"Government would collaborate with GEA and other stakeholders to work with the Ministry of Trade and Industry to ensure the sector is given the necessary managerial, business skills and advisory support to ensure the realisation of their full business potentials, " Vice President Mahama said ... Vice President Mahama urged GEA to assist government and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth take-off and implementation of the new pension scheme in January next year. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
South Africa: Blue Blames Crisis for Expected Loss Nov 12, 2009
Blue operates in 14 African countries, had a lending book of about R1,5bn and counted prestigious international funding agencies such as the International Finance Corporation, AIG and Overseas and Private Investment Corporation among its stakeholders. Absa has 22% shareholding. (allAfrica.com)
First Lady Michelle Obama, Dr. Jill Biden Join Blue Star Families, This Emotional Life Producers to Support Military Families Nov 12, 2009
As the result of their work, organizations have been able to improve the effective delivery of their services, increase the visibility of their work, achieve financial sustainability and communicate results to key stakeholders. Airing January 4-6, 2010 on PBS. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BBI has no alternative proposal from RBS Nov 12, 2009
"No proposal has been delivered since this correspondence and BBI believes that there is a significant likelihood that no proposal in a form that has an appropriate degree of certainty and clearly demonstrates value to all BBI stakeholders will materialise," BBI said on Thursday. RBS had previously submitted proposals to BBI, but they had been rejected. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Koda worked overtime Nov 12, 2009
The trio are owners or stakeholders in many mining companies, and have acquired sponge iron factories as well. There were other beneficiaries of the Koda mining scheme as well. (India Times)
Search for chief draws scrutiny Nov 12, 2009
Different stakeholders will be asked to attend Monday's meeting and answer questions, including members of the commission, the selection committee and consultants from the International Association of Chiefs of Police, Dela Cruz said. Councilwoman Ann Kobayashi, also a Public Safety Committee member, said she's also bothered by the recent developments in the search and by what she's heard from people in the department. (Honolulu Advertiser)
