Stories for November 9th 2007

Friday, November 9th 2007 - 20:00 UTC
Falklands remembers leading figure of post-conflict recovery

David Taylor CBE the first Falkland Islands Government Chief Executive passed away in London on Thursday. The Falkland Islands Government on making the sad announcement on Friday underlined David's contribution to the recovery of the Islands following the 1982 conflict.
Friday, November 9th 2007 - 20:00 UTC
UN defines democracy and calls for International Day

Stressing the continuing need to promote democratization, development and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, the General Assembly agreed to observe 15 September each year as the International Day of Democracy.
Friday, November 9th 2007 - 20:00 UTC
Argentina's business leaders optimistic about the economy

Argentina's most influential businessmen anticipate a stable to optimistic economic scenario for the next semester according to an opinion poll among 173 corporate CEO, a most unusual forecast in a country historically unstable when governments change.
Friday, November 9th 2007 - 20:00 UTC
Uruguay blocks bridge to prevent pickets crossing

Uruguay announced on Friday precautionary security measures in the area surrounding a controversial pulp mill that late Thursday was given the green light to begin production to which Argentina objects, generating a serious diplomatic rift between Montevideo and Buenos Aires.

Falklands remembers leading figure of post-conflict recovery