IMF says Spain taking right steps
The IMF head backs Spain's efforts to revive its economy, as the eurozone crisis prompts markets to fret about its outlook.
Kyrgyz toll could be 'much higher'
Kyrgyzstan's interim leader says the death toll in the worst ethnic violence in decades could be much higher than official figures.
Medvedev Ups the Tempo of Change
In the run up to the 2008 presidential election, Dmitry Medvedev was asked what his first act would be if he got the top job. "I don't think there is anything specific or urgent to be done," he replied. "There are no such issues that are not already being addressed by the government. That's what makes the present situation so attractive."
Energy shortage to hamper South Asian economic growth
Economic growth in South Asia has been and continues to be constrained by severe dearth in energy supply.
Kyrgyz Experts, Politicians Voice Opposition to Constitutional Referendum Plans
Foreign diplomats and international organizations are backing a Kyrgyz provisional government decision to proceed with a constitutional referendum in late June, despite the widespread violence in southern Kyrgyzstan.
Russian economic forum to promote new reform policies
The St Petersburg International Economic Forum, which starts on Thursday, will be used by Russian officials to promote the Kremlin's push to modernise the country's economy.
Debt crisis hangs over EU summit
An EU leaders' summit faces the challenge of reviving economic growth while reining in the worst public debts for decades.
Will India, China and Pakistan bid for Afghan minerals?
Following a US report about Afghanistan's valuable mineral resources, the Afghan government is gearing up to seek foreign investment and a public bid to extract these minerals is expected to start later this year.
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