Stories for January 21st 2012
“Only the Falkland Islanders can be the masters of their future”
In an article published today the Foreign Secretary William Hague sets out why the future of the Falkland Islands can only be decided by its people themselves.
Randazzo anticipates Argentina will intensify its Malvinas’ claim campaign
Following on unanimous support from all political sectors in Congress Interior Minister Florencio Randazzo reiterated on Friday Argentina’s sovereignty claims over the Falklands/Malvinas Islands, underlining that “Malvinas are a State policy“ and Argentina rights over the Islands are ”inalienable.”
Argentine celebrates US recognition of “de facto UK administration of Malvinas”
Argentina celebrated with ‘enthusiasm’ Washington’s statement that it recognizes the ‘de facto UK administration of the Falklands/Malvinas’ but takes no position regarding sovereignty and calls on both sides to dialogue, said Foreign Affairs minister Hector Timerman.
Falklands’ dispute: protestors burn Union Jack flags outside UK embassy in Buenos Aires
Left-wing activists have protested outside the British embassy in Buenos Aires to demand Argentina break off diplomatic relations with the UK over the Falkland Islands dispute.
Russia ‘far advanced’ to host the World Cup (in 2018) than Brazil
Russia is already better prepared to host the 2018 World Cup than Brazil, which will stage the 32-team soccer competition in 2014, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Friday.
Vote on US legislation to combat online piracy postponed
Yielding to strong opposition from the high tech community, United States Senate and House leaders said Friday they will put off further action on legislation to combat online piracy.
US to make visa applications easier for Brazil and China nationals
The US Department of State is committed to improving the visa process, decreasing interview wait times in key tourism markets such as Brazil and China and increasing the number of visas issued, reported an official release.
Members of G20 say Europe needs to take extra steps to solve its problems
The Group of 20 economic powers will push Europe to take extra steps as it works toward a deal to boost resources for the International Monetary Fund, Mexico Deputy Finance Minister Gerardo Rodríguez said on Friday.
Argentine industry requests postponement of the new imports scheme
Argentine manufacturers have requested the administration of President Cristina Fernandez to delay the implementation of the new imports scheme which is scheduled to begin next February first fearing it could cause delays in the supply of non local inputs.
Italian cabinet approves legislation to deregulate services and professions
Italy's cabinet on Friday approved legislation to deregulate service sectors and professions in an effort to increase competition, cut costs to consumers and boost chronically weak growth in the Euro zone's third largest economy.
