MIKE SUMMERS and Ian Hansen have both congratulated the Falklands' public on its generosity following the devastating tsunami in Asia.
As expected the British nuclear powered submarine HMS Sceptre left
this morning at 09.00 local time clearing the harbour under its own
power and quickly passing down the center of the Bay of Gibraltar.
A storm has erupted over the visit of the British nuclear powered submarine HMS Sceptre, a 27-year-old vessel. The submarine arrived last week for what British authorities described as routine maintenance on its diesel engine. There is no suggestion that the nuclear reactor has any defect.
A Canadian Senator who recently visited the Falkland Islands said she supports the Islands quest for independence (self determination).
Ellen MacArthur finally completed her single handed round the world trimaran voyage in the record breaking time of 71 days and under 13 hours.
Falkland Gold & Minerals Ltd., a company with exclusive rights to explore for gold in the Falkland Islands, said it may begin exploratory drilling by Feb. 25.
China's overseas direct investment in 2004 reached 37 billion US dollars, half of which in Latinamerica, reported Monday in Beijing China's Trade and Investment Ministry. The main areas of Chinese interest were mining, trade related services, manufacturing plus wholesale and retail trade indicated the official release.
Anglo-Dutch oil giant Shell denied plans to sell its energy related assets in Argentina to Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA). In his latest visit to Argentina, Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez announced his country was interested in taking over Shell's assets in Argentina.
The European Union will continue aiding the Colombian government in its efforts to achieve peace and full democracy, but will remain very vigilant regarding methods employed in the fight against the politically motivated violence that has wracked the nation for over four decades.
Mexico's government owned oil giant Pemex will open exploration and production operations to the private sector announced Area Manager Carlos Morales.