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Print - 2011-05-01
Intellectual Property Rights: Role of Customs

Intellectual Property Rights: Role of Customs

Each year, World Intellectual Property Organisation and its member states celebrate the World Intellectual Property Day on 26th April. Its aim is to raise awareness of the role of intellectual property in our daily life. It provides an opportunity for peo
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Eliminating bonded labour

Eliminating bonded labour

Talking to a delegation of brick kiln workers in Lahore the other day, Punjab Labour Minister Ehsaanuddin said the provincial government had prepared a comprehensive strategy to eliminate bonded labour. It is a sad reminder that in this day and age the ev
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Chernobyl disaster: 25 years on

Chernobyl disaster: 25 years on

Twenty-five years on, the town of Prypiat, the city of 50,000 built by the Soviets, remains a ghost city ever since its residents fled as one of the reactors at the nearby Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded. Thanks to the then Soviet Union's 'blanket
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Call to enhance export to China

Call to enhance export to China

Former Foreign Secretary Najmuddin Sheikh said Pakistan should enhance exports to China. Talking to PTV on Saturday, he said China offered help to create new markets for Pakistani products and also offered the country for an exhibition in China in which i
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Faiz week celebrations to end on May 1

Faiz week celebrations to end on May 1

The weeklong celebrations of Faiz Ahmed Faiz week would be concluded on Monday, at Islamabad Model College for Girls I-10/4 Islamabad at 11.00 am. The week was commenced by Progressive Writers Association and Islamabad Model Colleges, said a news release
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
MOL holds free medical camp

MOL holds free medical camp

MOL Pakistan arranged a one-day free medical camp for the local community at Basic Health Unit in Sarki, Chamba Gul area of district Hangu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The area falls in the TAL Block of MOL Pakistan and the initiative was in line with the organis
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Politicians urged to shun differences for peace

Politicians urged to shun differences for peace

Convenor of non-political National Democratic Alliance and member National Assembly, Nawabzada Khawaja Muhammad Khan Hoti urged politicians to shun their differences, sit together and work for the restoration of peace. Addressing the second session of the
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Glowing tributes paid to Pakistan Army martyrs

Glowing tributes paid to Pakistan Army martyrs

Commander Lahore Corps, Lieutenant General Rashad Mahmood has said that the supreme sacrifices rendered by the shuhada of Pakistan Army for upholding integrity and sovereignty of the country shall go down as one of the most glorious chapters in the annals
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Power shortfall issue may resolve next week

Power shortfall issue may resolve next week

Gap between demand and supply of electricity is likely to be bridged next week with some positive development including arrival of furnace oil ship at Karachi port, improvement in hydel generation and supply of oil from Saudi Arabia on deferred payment.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Saarc business community hails Pak-India trade talks

Saarc business community hails Pak-India trade talks

Saarc Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) on Saturday termed the 5th round of secretary-level talks between Pakistan and India, a step to push commercial ties in the right direction. "Local business community as well as traders across the Saarc region
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
'Government to do all for emancipation of working classes'

'Government to do all for emancipation of working classes'

President Asif Ali Zardari has stated that the government will do everything possible for the emancipation of the working classes and to ensure dignity, honour and decent living to them. "The PPP has traditionally derived its strength from the labour, the
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Supreme Court's eight benches for next week

Supreme Court's eight benches for next week

Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry has constituted eight benches including an eleven-member larger and Shariat Appellate bench at the Principal seat to hear a number of important cases in the next week starting from May 2.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
President orders inquiry into Advocate Dahri's murder

President orders inquiry into Advocate Dahri's murder

President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday condemned the murder of advocate Ali Muhammad Dahri, leader of Pakistan Muslim League Functional and ordered inquiry into the incident. The President in a message expressed deep sorrow over the killing of Advocate Da
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Deputy Collector suspended

Deputy Collector suspended

Baasit Hussain, a BS-18 officer of Pakistan Customs Service, currently posted as Deputy Collector, Model Customs Collectorate of Exports, Karachi, has been placed under suspension with immediate effect and until further orders, says a press release issued
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Rs 220 million NSUSC consultancy contract may be put on hold

Rs 220 million NSUSC consultancy contract may be put on hold

The Rs 220 million consultancy contract which was due to be signed by North Sindh Urban Services Corporation Limited (NSUSC), Sukkur, for its project titled 'Sindh Cities Improvement Project (11 IPP-04)' after its board meeting on April 30 may be put on h
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
PIA employees demand raise in salaries

PIA employees demand raise in salaries

Joint Action Committee of PIA Employees (JACPIAE) has demanded increase in the salaries of airline's employees urging that there has been no increase in their salaries since last more than 12 years. Representatives of JACPIAE gathered here on Friday to di
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Miscreants target Nato oil tanker

Miscreants target Nato oil tanker

At least 12 cabins, a truck and a Nato oil tanker was completely destroyed in firing by miscreants here at Bara Market, Karkhano Market on Saturday morning. According to Rescue 1122 unknown miscreants fired on a Nato oil tanker loaded with 44,000 liters p
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
'Third Hari Melo' opens on May 1

'Third Hari Melo' opens on May 1

Sindh Minister for Agriculture, Ali Nawaz Shah will inaugurate the 'Third Hari Melo' on Monday (tomorrow) at Agriculture Training Institute Sakrand, district Shaheed Benazir Abad at 10am.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Lawyers boycott courts to protest murder

Lawyers boycott courts to protest murder

Lawyers here on Saturday boycotted the courts to condemn the murder of a senior lawyer Ali Muhammad Dahiri in Nawabshah. Black flags were hoisted on bar premises and lawyers wore black armbands to register their protest against the brutal killing of Dahir
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Rich tributes paid to late Professor Niazi

Rich tributes paid to late Professor Niazi

Sarhad University of Science & Information Technology (SUIT) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday held a condolence reference to pay tributes to the services of prominent educationist and founder of Qurtaba Education System, Professor Abdul Aziz Niazi.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Hajj Policy-2011 challenged in LHC

Hajj Policy-2011 challenged in LHC

A petition has been filed before Lahore High Court challenging Hajj Policy-2011 and discriminatory allotment of Hajj quota. The Travel Shop (Pvt) Limited and 12 other Hajj tour operators filed the petition through their counsel Muhammad Azhar Siddique, pr
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
ADEPTA team visits UVAS

ADEPTA team visits UVAS

The association for the development of international exchange in agriculture and agri-food products and techniques (ADEPTA) has showed their interest in collaboration with the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) in academic linkages and mu
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Kohat tunnel to remain closed for repair

Kohat tunnel to remain closed for repair

Friendship Tunnel Kohat will remain close temporarily for all kinds of traffic for necessary repair and maintenance from May 3-10, said a press release of National Highway Authority on Saturday.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Countrywide 'anti-quackery campaign' launched

Countrywide 'anti-quackery campaign' launched

Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) here on Saturday launched its countrywide "anti-quackery" campaign with the resolve to strengthen practising standards of registered general physicians. The campaign has been initiated in co-ordination with Pakis
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Suspected suicide bomber arrested in FR Kohat

Suspected suicide bomber arrested in FR Kohat

A suspect suicide bomber was arrested in Ara Khel area here on Saturday. According to official sources the suspected 17 years old suicide bomber was arrested in a joint operation of Frontier Corps and peace committee of Jawa kai area of FR Kohat and was s
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Russian company to launch DTH technology in Pakistan

Russian company to launch DTH technology in Pakistan

Leader of Russian trade delegation, Sergey Dolgopolsky has said that JSC General Satellite Company is actively working on investment in Pakistan and to establishing Direct- to- Home (DTH) television in the country. Speaking at a meeting of Karachi Chamber
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
PPP pro-business, pro-workers party: Sharmila

PPP pro-business, pro-workers party: Sharmila

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Sindh Information Secretary Ladies Wing Sindh, Sharmila Farooqui, on Saturday paid rich tribute to the martyrs of Chicago who laid down their lives for the achievement of labour community rights.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Attempt foiled to burn church

Attempt foiled to burn church

Police broke up a mob of people armed with sticks that was threatening to attack a church in Gujranwala on Saturday after word spread that two copies of the Holy Quran had been burned, officials said. The crowds marching toward the church in Gujranwala bl
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan, Thailand to strengthen parliamentary cooperation

Pakistan, Thailand to strengthen parliamentary cooperation

Pakistan and Thailand have affirmed their desire to further strengthen parliament-to-parliament cooperation. This was agreed as the visiting Pakistani parliamentary delegation called on the President of Thailand's National Assembly and Speaker of the Hous
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
ZTBL President for focusing on small farmers

ZTBL President for focusing on small farmers

President of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Ltd (ZTBL), Zaka Ashraf said on Saturday that agriculture sector can be revolutionised by focusing on small farmers uplift and enhanced productivity. He stated this at a meeting with people hailing from various walks of l
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
15 miscreants killed in Kurram Agency

15 miscreants killed in Kurram Agency

At least 15 miscreants were killed during a clash with 'Aman Lashkar' and security forces in Chinark area of Kurram Agency on Saturday, official said. Two members of the "Lashker" were also killed, they added. According to details, the security forces pou
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
15 miscreants killed in Kurram Agency

15 miscreants killed in Kurram Agency

At least 15 miscreants were killed during a clash with 'Aman Lashkar' and security forces in Chinark area of Kurram Agency on Saturday, official said. Two members of the "Lashker" were also killed, they added. According to details, the security forces pou
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Afghan Taliban declare start to spring offensive

Afghan Taliban declare start to spring offensive

The Taliban declared the start of a spring offensive across Afghanistan on Saturday, warning they would target foreign troops as well as Afghan security forces and top government officials in a wave of attacks including suicide bombings. In a statement, T
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Afghan Taliban declare start to spring offensive

Afghan Taliban declare start to spring offensive

The Taliban declared the start of a spring offensive across Afghanistan on Saturday, warning they would target foreign troops as well as Afghan security forces and top government officials in a wave of attacks including suicide bombings. In a statement, T
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
FBR initiates action against 52,000 undocumented persons

FBR initiates action against 52,000 undocumented persons

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has started action against another 52,000 undocumented persons, including those shareholders of blue chip companies having share holding of over and above Rs 300,000, but are operating out of the tax net.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
FBR initiates action against 52,000 undocumented persons

FBR initiates action against 52,000 undocumented persons

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has started action against another 52,000 undocumented persons, including those shareholders of blue chip companies having share holding of over and above Rs 300,000, but are operating out of the tax net.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
FBR initiates action against 52,000 undocumented persons

FBR initiates action against 52,000 undocumented persons

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has started action against another 52,000 undocumented persons, including those shareholders of blue chip companies having share holding of over and above Rs 300,000, but are operating out of the tax net.
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
International LPG price up by $96 per ton

International LPG price up by $96 per ton

The international price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has increased by $96 to record high at $980 per ton for May 2011, pushing up its import price by Rs 9,043 to Rs 97,560 per ton, the highest ever in country''s history. This was stated by the chairma
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
International LPG price up by $96 per ton

International LPG price up by $96 per ton

The international price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has increased by $96 to record high at $980 per ton for May 2011, pushing up its import price by Rs 9,043 to Rs 97,560 per ton, the highest ever in country's history. This was stated by the chairman
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
International LPG price up by $96 per ton

International LPG price up by $96 per ton

The international price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has increased by $96 to record high at $980 per ton for May 2011, pushing up its import price by Rs 9,043 to Rs 97,560 per ton, the highest ever in country's history. This was stated by the chairman
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
29 items became dearer by eight percent in April

29 items became dearer by eight percent in April

The prices of 29 essential commodities, including fruits, potato, rice, vegetable and ghee, registered an average increase of 8 percent during April 2011 as compared to March 2011. According to Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN), Retail Price Monitor
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
29 items became dearer by eight percent in April

29 items became dearer by eight percent in April

The prices of 29 essential commodities, including fruits, potato, rice, vegetable and ghee, registered an average increase of 8 percent during April 2011 as compared to March 2011. According to Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN), Retail Price Monitor
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
29 items became dearer by eight percent in April

29 items became dearer by eight percent in April

The prices of 29 essential commodities, including fruits, potato, rice, vegetable and ghee, registered an average increase of 8 percent during April 2011 as compared to March 2011. According to Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN), Retail Price Monitor
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Gulf 'belongs to Iran': top military officer

Gulf 'belongs to Iran': top military officer

A top Iranian military officer on Saturday denounced what he called an "Arab dictatorial front" and claimed that the "Persian Gulf has belonged to Iran for ever", media reports said. "The Arab dictatorial regimes in the Persian Gulf are unable to contain
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Gulf 'belongs to Iran': top military officer

Gulf 'belongs to Iran': top military officer

A top Iranian military officer on Saturday denounced what he called an "Arab dictatorial front" and claimed that the "Persian Gulf has belonged to Iran for ever", media reports said. "The Arab dictatorial regimes in the Persian Gulf are unable to contain
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
MNAs want Kashmir linked with MFN status to India

MNAs want Kashmir linked with MFN status to India

The National Assembly has been moved for making resolution of Kashmir dispute a pre-condition for giving "Most Favoured Nation" status to India. A 'cross-party resolution', singed by 11 members of the Lower House of the Parliament belonging to two faction
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
MNAs want Kashmir linked with MFN status to India

MNAs want Kashmir linked with MFN status to India

The National Assembly has been moved for making resolution of Kashmir dispute a pre-condition for giving "Most Favoured Nation" status to India. A 'cross-party resolution', singed by 11 members of the Lower House of the Parliament belonging to two faction
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Gilani to visit France from May 3

Gilani to visit France from May 3

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani will pay a four-day official visit to France from May 3 to hold discussions with French leadership on a range of issues including security and trade. During Gilani''s visit, Pakistan and France are likely to sign a Joint
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Gilani to visit France from May 3

Gilani to visit France from May 3

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani will pay a four-day official visit to France from May 3 to hold discussions with French leadership on a range of issues including security and trade. During Gilani's visit, Pakistan and France are likely to sign a Joint D
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Gilani to visit France from May 3

Gilani to visit France from May 3

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani will pay a four-day official visit to France from May 3 to hold discussions with French leadership on a range of issues including security and trade. During Gilani's visit, Pakistan and France are likely to sign a Joint D
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Musharraf asks Nawaz to tender apology to nation

Musharraf asks Nawaz to tender apology to nation

All Pakistan Muslim League (APML) Quaid and former President, Pervez Musharraf said that PML-N Chief Nawaz Sharif should tender apology to the nation for facilitating a foreign journalist Kim Barker in finding out the hometown of Ajmal Qasab in Pakistan a
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Musharraf asks Nawaz to tender apology to nation

Musharraf asks Nawaz to tender apology to nation

All Pakistan Muslim League (APML) Quaid and former President, Pervez Musharraf said that PML-N Chief Nawaz Sharif should tender apology to the nation for facilitating a foreign journalist Kim Barker in finding out the hometown of Ajmal Qasab in Pakistan a
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Four more Balochistan ministers sworn in

Four more Balochistan ministers sworn in

Governor Balochistan Nawab Zulfiqar Ali Magsi on Saturday administered oath to 4 new ministers during a ceremony held at Governor House here. Those who took the oath included Rubina Irfan, Ali Madad Jatak, Nasir Jamali and Jeorge Jaffar. The oath taking c
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Four more Balochistan ministers sworn in

Four more Balochistan ministers sworn in

Governor Balochistan Nawab Zulfiqar Ali Magsi on Saturday administered oath to 4 new ministers during a ceremony held at Governor House here. Those who took the oath included Rubina Irfan, Ali Madad Jatak, Nasir Jamali and Jeorge Jaffar. The oath taking c
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Killings of workers, sympathisers: MQM to observe 'mourning day' today

Killings of workers, sympathisers: MQM to observe 'mourning day' today

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on Saturday announced to observe a mourning day on Sunday against the killings of party workers and sympathisers. This was announced by MQM deputy convenor Dr Farooq Sattar while addressing a press conference at party's head
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Killings of workers, sympathisers: MQM to observe 'mourning day' today

Killings of workers, sympathisers: MQM to observe 'mourning day' today

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on Saturday announced to observe a mourning day on Sunday against the killings of party workers and sympathisers. This was announced by MQM deputy convenor Dr Farooq Sattar while addressing a press conference at party's head
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Country passing through difficult phase: CoAS

Country passing through difficult phase: CoAS

The Pakistan Army and its people are like a single unit, who are fully committed to leading their lives with dignity and honour and they would never compromise on the country's integrity and its good stature, Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Ashfaq Perv
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Country passing through difficult phase: CoAS

Country passing through difficult phase: CoAS

The Pakistan Army and its people are like a single unit, who are fully committed to leading their lives with dignity and honour and they would never compromise on the country's integrity and its good stature, Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Ashfaq Perv
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (April 30, 2011) and the forecast for Sunday (May 01, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Prices of POL products raised

Prices of POL products raised

The government on Saturday passed on the full impact of international market to consumers ranging between Rs 1.80 and Rs 9.32 per litre effective from today (Sunday). After this increase, oil prices in Pakistan have touched Rs 99.92 per litre mark due to
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (April 30, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Prices of POL products raised

Prices of POL products raised

The government on Saturday passed on the full impact of international market to consumers ranging between Rs 1.80 and Rs 9.32 per litre effective from today (Sunday). After this increase, oil prices in Pakistan have touched Rs 99.92 per litre mark due to
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (April 30, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Prices of POL products raised

Prices of POL products raised

The government on Saturday passed on the full impact of international market to consumers ranging between Rs 1.80 and Rs 9.32 per litre effective from today (Sunday). After this increase, oil prices in Pakistan have touched Rs 99.92 per litre mark due to
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Poultry Rates

Poultry Rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Saturday (April 30, 2011) and for Sunday (May 01, 2011).
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Active Taxpayer List eligibility: FBR to unveil provisional list

Active Taxpayer List eligibility: FBR to unveil provisional list

The Federal Board of Revenue will display a provisional list of all compliant and non-compliant taxpayers on its website to meet the criteria for becoming eligible for Active Taxpayer List to smoothly carry out business activities. In this regard, the FBR
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Active Taxpayer List eligibility: FBR to unveil provisional list

Active Taxpayer List eligibility: FBR to unveil provisional list

The Federal Board of Revenue will display a provisional list of all compliant and non-compliant taxpayers on its website to meet the criteria for becoming eligible for Active Taxpayer List to smoothly carry out business activities. In this regard, the FBR
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (April 30, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Active Taxpayer List eligibility: FBR to unveil provisional list

Active Taxpayer List eligibility: FBR to unveil provisional list

The Federal Board of Revenue will display a provisional list of all compliant and non-compliant taxpayers on its website to meet the criteria for becoming eligible for Active Taxpayer List to smoothly carry out business activities. In this regard, the FBR
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Germany says al Qaeda suspects planned bomb attack

Germany says al Qaeda suspects planned bomb attack

Three suspected al Qaeda members had been planning a bomb attack in Germany for four months when they were arrested, federal prosecutors said. Rainer Griesbaum, a federal prosecutor, told a news conference on Saturday that the trio, led by a 29-year-old M
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (April 30, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Germany says al Qaeda suspects planned bomb attack

Germany says al Qaeda suspects planned bomb attack

Three suspected al Qaeda members had been planning a bomb attack in Germany for four months when they were arrested, federal prosecutors said. Rainer Griesbaum, a federal prosecutor, told a news conference on Saturday that the trio, led by a 29-year-old M
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Labour Day today

Labour Day today

International Labour Day also called May Day is being observed on Sunday (today) in Pakistan like many other parts of the world, with a renewed pledge to safeguard the rights of workers and improve the socio-economic condition of the working class. To mar
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Saturday (April 30, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Labour Day today

Labour Day today

International Labour Day also called May Day is being observed on Sunday (today) in Pakistan like many other parts of the world, with a renewed pledge to safeguard the rights of workers and improve the socio-economic condition of the working class. To mar
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
US long feared India arms-sale snags, cable shows

US long feared India arms-sale snags, cable shows

The United States has fretted for years that its ties to Pakistan and past sanctions against India would harm its efforts to win arms deals such as the $11 billion fighter order that slipped away from two US suppliers this week, a US diplomatic cable show
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (April 30, 2011).

Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
US long feared India arms-sale snags, cable shows

US long feared India arms-sale snags, cable shows

The United States has fretted for years that its ties to Pakistan and past sanctions against India would harm its efforts to win arms deals such as the $11 billion fighter order that slipped away from two US suppliers this week, a US diplomatic cable show
Published 01 May, 2011 12:00am
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