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Print - 2008-04-28
EFP award ceremony today

EFP award ceremony today

The Employers' Federation of Pakistan (EFP) is holding its 3rd Annual EFP Award of Excellence for Best Practices in Occupational Safety and Health at a hotel here on Monday (today). This award ceremony will be held during the seminar being organised to hi
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Judicial and political crises loom large

Judicial and political crises loom large

The nation seems to be heading for a fresh judicial and political uncertainty if the coalition government failed to implement the 'Bhurban Declaration' for reinstatement of the deposed judges within the stipulated deadline.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Two killed in road accident

Two killed in road accident

Two persons were killed while five others injured as a result of collision between a tractor and a rickshaw. Sources said a rickshaw No LZD-2133 was going to Phoolnagar from village Jambar when reached near Phoolnagar by-pass a rashly driven tractor struc
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Pakistan condemns attack on Karzai

Pakistan condemns attack on Karzai

Pakistan on Sunday strongly condemned an early morning attack on a military parade in Afghanistan, targeting President Hamid Karzai and prominent members of his cabinet. "On behalf of the people and government of Pakistan, I strongly condemn the attack,"
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
SCBA team meets Nawaz

SCBA team meets Nawaz

A delegation of Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) on Sunday met Muslim League (N) leaders Mian Nawaz Sharif and Shahbaz Sharif at Raiwind Farm in Lahore.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
India urged to resolve Kashmir dispute

India urged to resolve Kashmir dispute

In occupied Kashmir, the Chairman of All Parties Hurriyet Conference (APHC), Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has reaffirmed Kashmiris pledge to continue their struggle till they secure their right to self-determination.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Encouraging local investment will boost economy: ICCI chief

Encouraging local investment will boost economy: ICCI chief

The President of Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI), Muhammad Ijaz Abbasi, has said that by encouraging local investment and imposing 1 to 2 percent investment tax would help in bringing the irregular economy in the regular sector, according
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Attock Refinery awarded by ACCA, WWF

Attock Refinery awarded by ACCA, WWF

Attock Refinery Limited (ARL) was awarded the "Best Sustainability Report Award 2007" in the local listed companies' category by Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and WWF. Hameed Ullah Jan Afridi, Federal Minister for Environment was t
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Bolan district renamed Kachi

Bolan district renamed Kachi

Balochistan Chief Minister, Nawab Muhammad Aslam Raisani on Sunday said the new government has renamed and restored old name of Bolan district as "Kachi district" on willing of people of the district. The chief minister disclosed the renaming of the distr
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Negroponte hails Pakistan's democratic progress

Negroponte hails Pakistan's democratic progress

Underscoring Pakistan's importance to US interests in the region, a top American diplomat has hailed the country's recent democratic progress in which the Prime Minister's role is assuming greater importance.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Training workshop for tribal journalists concluded

Training workshop for tribal journalists concluded

A three-day training workshop for tribal journalists on 'Conflict Reporting' concluded here at the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (JMC), University of Peshawar on Sunday. Main purpose of the workshop was to train Fata journalists to profe
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Workshop on foreign policy today

Workshop on foreign policy today

Two-day workshop on foreign policy making process will be organised at the Goethe Institute here from April 28. This was stated by the Chairman of the Department of International Relations, University of Karachi, Professor Dr Moonis Ahmar.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Government urged to stop export of semi milled rice

Government urged to stop export of semi milled rice

Rice exporters have urged the government to stop export of semi milled FAQ quality rice, which is depriving the country of huge foreign exchange as the same rice after processing fetch premium export prices.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Judges' restoration decision is final: Hanif

Judges' restoration decision is final: Hanif

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader and Chairman Education Task Force, Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has said that decision regarding restoration of judges is irrevocable.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Roadblocks in South Waziristan lifted

Roadblocks in South Waziristan lifted

The military has removed all roadblocks in the stronghold of Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud to open the troubled South Waziristan tribal district to rest of the country amid a proposed peace deal, a news report said on Sunday.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Roadblocks in South Waziristan lifted

Roadblocks in South Waziristan lifted

The military has removed all roadblocks in the stronghold of Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud to open the troubled South Waziristan tribal district to rest of the country amid a proposed peace deal, a news report said on Sunday.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Benazir posthumously awarded Irish Tipperary peace award

Benazir posthumously awarded Irish Tipperary peace award

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was posthumously awarded the prestigious Tipperary International Peace Award for 2007 in an emotion-filled ceremony in this Irish town on Saturday. County Tipperary is the largest inland county on the Irish So
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Industries testing laboratory to be set up

Industries testing laboratory to be set up

Government will establish an international standard testing and checking laboratory, at a cost of Rs 300 million, in Sialkot where sports items, surgical equipment and leather goods would be inspected. Paperwork has been completed in this regard.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Local governments' future to be decided after audit report: Khosa

Local governments' future to be decided after audit report: Khosa

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Dost Muhammad Khan Khosa has said that the decision about the future of the local governments would be taken following the audit reports of their accounts. Talking to newsmen before leaving for D. G. Khan he said that the prob
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Reformed NAB can be an engine for good governance and transparency

Reformed NAB can be an engine for good governance and transparency

The Chief of Army Staff has recently withdrawn all the serving army officers from the National Accountability Bureau paving the way for the new government to set up its own credible and effective institution for good governance, accountability, transparen
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Gilani condemns attack on Afghan military parade

Gilani condemns attack on Afghan military parade

Pakistan's Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani condemned an attack on a military parade attended by Afghan President Hamid Karzai that killed three people, including an MP, officials said on Sunday.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Share values depreciate on LSE

Share values depreciate on LSE

Share values depreciated on the Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) during the week ended on April 26 2008, chiefly because of the prevailing political unrest, futures settlement problems and reports about re-opening investigations into March 2005 stocks crisis.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Share values depreciate on LSE

Share values depreciate on LSE

Share values depreciated on the Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) during the week ended on April 26 2008, chiefly because of the prevailing political unrest, futures settlement problems and reports about re-opening investigations into March 2005 stocks crisis.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Ahmadinejad due today

Ahmadinejad due today

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will visit India and Pakistan this week for talks on issues including the longstanding plans for a pipeline to supply Iranian gas to the two Asian states, an Iranian official said on Sunday.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Ahmadinejad due today

Ahmadinejad due today

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will visit India and Pakistan this week for talks on issues including the longstanding plans for a pipeline to supply Iranian gas to the two Asian states, an Iranian official said on Sunday.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
FBR takes steps to improve compliance by regulators

FBR takes steps to improve compliance by regulators

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken enforcement steps to improve compliance by the regulatory authorities, whose income becomes taxable under Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 from the last fiscal year.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
FBR takes steps to improve compliance by regulators

FBR takes steps to improve compliance by regulators

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken enforcement steps to improve compliance by the regulatory authorities, whose income becomes taxable under Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 from the last fiscal year.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
FBR takes steps to improve compliance by regulators

FBR takes steps to improve compliance by regulators

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken enforcement steps to improve compliance by the regulatory authorities, whose income becomes taxable under Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 from the last fiscal year.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Study started for taxing agriculture income

Study started for taxing agriculture income

The Food and Agriculture Ministry (Minfal) has initiated a study to look into the prospects of taxing farm incomes to open a new window of revenue to help the new government in overcoming the economic challenges.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Study started for taxing agriculture income

Study started for taxing agriculture income

The Food and Agriculture Ministry (Minfal) has initiated a study to look into the prospects of taxing farm incomes to open a new window of revenue to help the new government in overcoming the economic challenges.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Study started for taxing agriculture income

Study started for taxing agriculture income

The Food and Agriculture Ministry (Minfal) has initiated a study to look into the prospects of taxing farm incomes to open a new window of revenue to help the new government in overcoming the economic challenges.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Karzai escapes parade attack, three killed

Karzai escapes parade attack, three killed

Afghan President Hamid Karzai escaped unhurt on Sunday from an assassination attempt by Taliban fighters who fired guns and rockets at an official celebration near the Presidential Palace in Kabul.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Karzai escapes parade attack, three killed

Karzai escapes parade attack, three killed

Afghan President Hamid Karzai escaped unhurt on Sunday from an assassination attempt by Taliban fighters who fired guns and rockets at an official celebration near the Presidential Palace in Kabul.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under continuous funding system (CFS) at Karachi share market last week ended on April 26, 2008 increased by Rs 142.67 million, or 26bps, to Rs 54.64 billion from Rs 54.497 billion. On the other hand, the CFS rate significantly rose by 181bps,
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under continuous funding system (CFS) at Karachi share market last week ended on April 26, 2008 increased by Rs 142.67 million, or 26bps, to Rs 54.64 billion from Rs 54.497 billion. On the other hand, the CFS rate significantly rose by 181bps,
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under continuous funding system (CFS) at Karachi share market last week ended on April 26, 2008 increased by Rs 142.67 million, or 26bps, to Rs 54.64 billion from Rs 54.497 billion. On the other hand, the CFS rate significantly rose by 181bps,
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under CFS up by Rs 142.67 million

Investment under continuous funding system (CFS) at Karachi share market last week ended on April 26, 2008 increased by Rs 142.67 million, or 26bps, to Rs 54.64 billion from Rs 54.497 billion. On the other hand, the CFS rate significantly rose by 181bps,
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Bearish trend witnessed on KSE

Bearish trend witnessed on KSE

The Karachi share market witnessed bearish trend during the week ended on April 26, 2008 and the benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 241.60 points to close at 15,434.74 points level from 15,676.34 points. "The market remained largely downbeat with weak in
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Bearish trend witnessed on KSE

Bearish trend witnessed on KSE

The Karachi share market witnessed bearish trend during the week ended on April 26, 2008 and the benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 241.60 points to close at 15,434.74 points level from 15,676.34 points. "The market remained largely downbeat with weak in
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Bearish trend witnessed on KSE

Bearish trend witnessed on KSE

The Karachi share market witnessed bearish trend during the week ended on April 26, 2008 and the benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 241.60 points to close at 15,434.74 points level from 15,676.34 points. "The market remained largely downbeat with weak in
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
THE RUPEE: SBP move helps recover some lost ground

THE RUPEE: SBP move helps recover some lost ground

Uncertain business in currency market was seen due to panic buying of dollars and the rupee touched the low at 67 for a dollar, but timely move by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) helped the Pakistan currency to minimise its losses during the week ended o
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
THE RUPEE: SBP move helps recover some lost ground

THE RUPEE: SBP move helps recover some lost ground

Uncertain business in currency market was seen due to panic buying of dollars and the rupee touched the low at 67 for a dollar, but timely move by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) helped the Pakistan currency to minimise its losses during the week ended o
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Two main gas pipelines blown up

Two main gas pipelines blown up

Unknown saboteurs blew up two gas pipelines supplying gas to Och power plant and Punjab in two different incidents in Malguzar area of Jaffarabad and Doli area of Dera Bugti districts in the wee hours of Sunday, police sources told APP.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Two main gas pipelines blown up

Two main gas pipelines blown up

Unknown saboteurs blew up two gas pipelines supplying gas to Och power plant and Punjab in two different incidents in Malguzar area of Jaffarabad and Doli area of Dera Bugti districts in the wee hours of Sunday, police sources told APP.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
California wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate

California wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate

A 350-acre wildfire amid blazing hot temperatures forced the evacuation of about 400 homes in the hills northeast of Los Angeles on Sunday, officials said. The cause of the fire, which started Saturday afternoon along a popular hiking trail, was still und
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
California wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate

California wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate

A 350-acre wildfire amid blazing hot temperatures forced the evacuation of about 400 homes in the hills northeast of Los Angeles on Sunday, officials said. The cause of the fire, which started Saturday afternoon along a popular hiking trail, was still und
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Hamas urges end of fuel strike in Gaza

Hamas urges end of fuel strike in Gaza

Hamas's government in the Gaza Strip asked a striking Palestinian fuel association on Sunday to resume deliveries in the impoverished territory, a Hamas official said. Israel has sharply cut back on the amount of fuel pumped into the Gaza Strip, which Ham
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Hamas urges end of fuel strike in Gaza

Hamas urges end of fuel strike in Gaza

Hamas's government in the Gaza Strip asked a striking Palestinian fuel association on Sunday to resume deliveries in the impoverished territory, a Hamas official said. Israel has sharply cut back on the amount of fuel pumped into the Gaza Strip, which Ham
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Oil pipeline closure sparks fuel panic in Britain

Oil pipeline closure sparks fuel panic in Britain

Britain on Sunday shut down a North Sea pipeline which supplies 40 percent of its oil and gas, sparking panic-buying of petrol after a strike at a major refinery.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Oil pipeline closure sparks fuel panic in Britain

Oil pipeline closure sparks fuel panic in Britain

Britain on Sunday shut down a North Sea pipeline which supplies 40 percent of its oil and gas, sparking panic-buying of petrol after a strike at a major refinery.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Oil pipeline closure sparks fuel panic in Britain

Oil pipeline closure sparks fuel panic in Britain

Britain on Sunday shut down a North Sea pipeline which supplies 40 percent of its oil and gas, sparking panic-buying of petrol after a strike at a major refinery.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Producers to discuss ''gas Opec'': Iran

Producers to discuss ''gas Opec'': Iran

Representatives from natural gas producing countries meeting this week will discuss forming an Opec-style grouping, an Iranian official said on Sunday, a move opposed by the United States and the European Union. The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) me
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Producers to discuss 'gas Opec': Iran

Producers to discuss 'gas Opec': Iran

Representatives from natural gas producing countries meeting this week will discuss forming an Opec-style grouping, an Iranian official said on Sunday, a move opposed by the United States and the European Union. The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) me
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Producers to discuss 'gas Opec': Iran

Producers to discuss 'gas Opec': Iran

Representatives from natural gas producing countries meeting this week will discuss forming an Opec-style grouping, an Iranian official said on Sunday, a move opposed by the United States and the European Union. The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) me
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
US slow in voicing Syria intelligence: lawmakers

US slow in voicing Syria intelligence: lawmakers

The Bush administration has made a strong case that Syria built a nuclear reactor with North Korean help but should not have waited until months after Israel destroyed the suspected facility to share its intelligence with Congress, two US lawmakers said o
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
India to launch 10 satellites today

India to launch 10 satellites today

India's satellite launch vehicle PSLV-C9 is set to launch 10 satellites in one go on Monday, officials said. The PSLV-C9 is scheduled to put in orbit the Cartosat-2A remote sensing satellite along with an Indian mini-satellite and eight foreign nano satel
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
India to launch 10 satellites today

India to launch 10 satellites today

India's satellite launch vehicle PSLV-C9 is set to launch 10 satellites in one go on Monday, officials said. The PSLV-C9 is scheduled to put in orbit the Cartosat-2A remote sensing satellite along with an Indian mini-satellite and eight foreign nano satel
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
All judges to be restored soon: Gilani

All judges to be restored soon: Gilani

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday categorically stated that all the deposed judges including Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry will be restored soon.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Sunday (April 27, 2008) and the forecast for Monday (April 28, 2008).
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Your rupee last week

Your rupee last week

Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last week. (April 21 to 26, 2008).

Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
KKI weekly market review

KKI weekly market review

Khanani & Kalia International (Pvt) Limited Weekly Market Review on Sunday (April 27, 2008).
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Mutual Fund Industry in Pakistan: Potential and Future Perspective

Mutual Fund Industry in Pakistan: Potential and Future Perspective

In this age of growing competition when the world has become a global village, economic independence, pillared on sound economic indicators including robust and stout investment strength both in capital and financial markets, has become a prerequisite fac
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Pak Kuwait Investment Company: Background Information

Pak Kuwait Investment Company: Background Information

Pakistan Kuwait Investment Company (Private) Limited (Pak-Kuwait) was established in the year 1979 with an initial paid-up capital of Rs 250 million. It is a leading Financial Institution engaged in investment and development financing activities.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Valverde wins Liege-Bastogne-Liege

Valverde wins Liege-Bastogne-Liege

Spanish rider Alejandro Valverde won his second Liege-Bastogne-Liege classic here on Sunday. Two days after turning 28 the master classic rider outpointed Italy's Davide Rebellin and Luxembourg's Frank Schleck in a sprint to the line at the end of the 261
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Emotional Clarke wins BMW Asian Open

Emotional Clarke wins BMW Asian Open

Darren Clarke sank a huge birdie putt on the final hole to win the BMW Asian Open here on Sunday for a highly emotional victory that he dedicated to his sons following the death of their mother.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'United showing signs of Cracking up'

'United showing signs of Cracking up'

German international captain Michael Ballack believes Manchester United are showing signs of cracking up as the Premier League title race enters the final furlong.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Indian board feeling 'let down' by Harbhajan

Indian board feeling 'let down' by Harbhajan

India's cricket board felt "let down" by Harbhajan Singh after a slapping incident involving compatriot Shanthakumaran Sreesanth. Harbhajan was suspended on Saturday pending a disciplinary hearing and the incident, which happened in an IPL game on Friday,
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Russia and Spain reach Fed Cup final

Russia and Spain reach Fed Cup final

Five-time champions Spain reached the Fed Cup final Sunday, thumping China 4-1 to set up a title decider with Russia. Nuria Llagostera Vives beat Peng Shuai 6-4, 6-4 in one hour and 34 minutes to give Spain an unassailable 3-0 lead after the first match.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Formula One bosses divided over Mosley

Formula One bosses divided over Mosley

Formula One bosses were divided at the Spanish Grand Prix over a call for Max Mosley to stand down as head of the sport's governing body after a sex scandal. Bosses of all teams except struggling Super Aguri held what some described as a heated meeting wi
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Bangladesh raises CNG-run vehicles fare by 35 percent

Bangladesh raises CNG-run vehicles fare by 35 percent

Bangladesh has increased fares of public transport run by compressed natural gas (CNG) by almost 35 percent, a senior official said on Sunday. "We are monitoring strictly whether the new fare is being followed and if any one charges more than the fixed fa
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Rich get richer in Britain despite credit crunch

Rich get richer in Britain despite credit crunch

Britain's rich are getting richer despite the global credit crunch and are now worth more than 400 billion pounds ($790 billion). The Sunday Times newspaper said the collective worth of the top 1,000 in its annual Rich List rose 53 billion pounds in the p
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Thailand will not cut rice exports: Prime Minister

Thailand will not cut rice exports: Prime Minister

Thailand's prime minister Samak Sundaravej promised Sunday that the kingdom would not cut rice exports, as soaring prices of Asia's staple grain continued to fuel concerns of a shortage.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
IMF says Bangladesh economy to grow up to six percent

IMF says Bangladesh economy to grow up to six percent

The economy of Bangladesh should grow up to 6 percent in the current year as agriculture, exports and domestic revenue collection were showing positive signs, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Sunday.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Greenspan and Bush to blame for US crisis: Stiglitz

Greenspan and Bush to blame for US crisis: Stiglitz

Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan and the government of US President George W. Bush were to blame for the US financial crisis, Nobel laureate economist Joseph Stiglitz said in a magazine interview.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Saudi inflation nears 10 percent, ups pressure on government

Saudi inflation nears 10 percent, ups pressure on government

Inflation in Saudi Arabia jumped to almost 10 percent in March, its highest since at least the oil boom of the 1970s, raising pressure on the state to offset price pressures on the oil exporter's 25 million people.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
No quick fix to soothe Asian rice shortage fears

No quick fix to soothe Asian rice shortage fears

Asia's fear of impending rice shortages looks to have become something of a self-fulfilling prophecy and exposed the over-reliance of many of the region's economies on food subsidies and other market-imbalancing steps.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Bangladesh eyes bumper rice crop, but worries linger

Bangladesh eyes bumper rice crop, but worries linger

Bangladesh may be harvesting a bumper rice crop, seen up 17 percent from last year and making up more than half its total demand, offering some relief to millions who risk starvation at a time of record world prices.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Merkel urges Germans to buy fuel-efficient cars

Merkel urges Germans to buy fuel-efficient cars

Germans should buy more fuel-efficient cars, Chancellor Angela Merkel said, even though her government is fighting European Union efforts to force down carbon dioxide emissions.
Published 28 Apr, 2008 12:00am
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