Stories for 2002 , page 56

Tuesday, April 23rd 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Breaking News from South America

Duahlde ready to resign / Armed Forces support democracy / “We can manage” / Census in Chile / Big brother Mexico / IMF again in May / Tierra del Fuego free of FAM

Monday, April 22nd 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Tribute to Falkland Islands Trust Veterans

Tribute has been paid to three long-serving members of the Falkland Islands Trust, now retired.

Monday, April 22nd 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Captain Cook's historic voyage re-visited

A multi-national crew of 54 qualified personnel and many non-sailors are currently sailing around the world in the majestic ship ?Endeavor', a replica of the original ship in which Captain Cook sailed on his voyage to discover Australia.

Sunday, April 21st 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Falklands celebrate Queen's birthday

Despite frequent snow showers, hundreds of Falkland Islanders paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth 2nd on her 76th birthday.

Friday, April 19th 2002 - 21:00 UTC

No panic in Falklands as “disastrous” fishing season continues.

?There is absolutely no question of going to the British Government to ask for money, we are a million miles away from that??our objective is to retain internal self-government and internal self-sufficiency'. These were the defiant words of Falkland Islands Councillor Mike Summers in response to a possible revenue loss of many millions of pounds, from the normally lucrative Falklands fishing industry.

Friday, April 19th 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Penguin News: “Twice a week flight please”

Penguin News: “Twice a week flight please say Falklands businesses”

Friday, April 19th 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Mercosur, 4 + 1 talks

United States and Mercosur defined this week in Buenos Aires an agenda and working calendar to eliminate trade and investment obstacles and create conditions for a greater access to markets at both ends.

Thursday, April 18th 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Provinces on the spot light

The International Monetary Fund, IMF, indicated this Wednesday in Buenos Aires that Argentina's access to financial aid depends largely on provincial government's budget adjustments.

Thursday, April 18th 2002 - 21:00 UTC

“Symbolic signature”

Discussions on the Political, Economic Association and Cooperation agreement between Chile and the European Union are expected to conclude soon, however a “symbolic signing” ceremony will take place in Madrid during the coming May Latinamerica-European Union summit.

Thursday, April 18th 2002 - 21:00 UTC

Evocative painting for Falklands Commander

The Commander credited with winning the Falklands land battle in 1982, Major General Julian Thompson, has come face to face with a picture that brings back evocative memories of the last day of the conflict.