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Wednesday, June 2nd 2010 - 03:13 UTC
Brazil suspends exports of processed meat to US over residues controversy

Brazil will send a team of experts to the United States next week to seek clarification on methods used to test processed meat imports for residues, which have suspended export to the US, the Agriculture ministry said on Monday.
Monday, May 31st 2010 - 04:03 UTC
Gulf of Mexico BP oil spill worse than the Exxon Valdez in Alaska 1989

The Gulf of Mexico oil spill is the worst environmental disaster the US has faced, a senior official has said. White House energy adviser Carol Browner also said the US was “prepared for the worst scenario” that the leak might not be stopped before August.
Thursday, May 27th 2010 - 08:27 UTC
Obama not expected in Brazil before October elections

United States president Barak Obama turned down an invitation from Brazilian president Lula da Silva to visit the country ahead of October 3 when presidential elections are scheduled, reported a newspaper from Sao Paulo.
Wednesday, May 26th 2010 - 05:48 UTC
US Judge seizes 2.43 billion USD Argentine government deposits in New York

New York Federal Judge Thomas Griesa seized 2.43 billion US dollars that Argentina’s government owned Banco Nación had deposited in the city in response to a claim presented by a group of Argentine bondholders that did not make it into the debt-swap.
Wednesday, May 26th 2010 - 04:06 UTC
After two days of “candid” discussions US and China admit differences

Two days of wide-ranging economic and political talks between the United States and China wrapped up in Beijing with no major agreements announced but both sides said they had candid discussions and reaffirmed their commitment to building a strong and enduring relationship.
Tuesday, May 25th 2010 - 06:15 UTC
US declares “fishery emergency” in the Gulf of Mexico because of BP oil spill

United States Commerce Secretary Gary Locke on Monday declared a fishery disaster in the Gulf of Mexico because of the economic impact of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on fisheries in the region.
Monday, May 24th 2010 - 01:56 UTC
US-China “top-level” summit talks in Beijing to address world affairs

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pressed for greater commercial access for US businesses in China on Sunday, urging Beijing for a “level playing field”. Ms Clinton spoke to US and Chinese business executives in Shanghai, following a tour of the World Expo.
Friday, May 21st 2010 - 06:12 UTC
US Senate approves sweeping overhaul of financial regulations

The US Senate passed a bill Thursday providing the most sweeping overhaul of financial regulations since the 1930s. The Senate passed the bill by 59 votes to 39. It must still be merged with a version in the House.
Thursday, May 20th 2010 - 06:46 UTC
Federal Reserve more optimistic about outlook for the US economy

The Federal Reserve has a more optimistic outlook for the US economy, according to meeting minutes released Wednesday, but the central bank is still debating how to shrink its massive balance sheet.
Thursday, May 20th 2010 - 02:56 UTC
US Visa Waive program could include Chile, Argentina and Brazil

The United States government is currently looking at the possibility of extending the “Visa Waiver” program to include citizens of Chile, Argentina and Brazil, Rodger Dow, President of the U.S. travel association, announced recently.