Making it shine
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Petrobras is seeking to tackle inefficiency and corruption under Philippe Reichstul, president. A partial privatization of the company is planned by the Brazilian government.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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A lesson in capitalism
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Changes affecting Sinopec, or China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation, are examined in detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Pompe and circumstance: behind many a French moderniser lurks an old-fashioned Gallic pragmatist. Philippe Jaffre shows that this pairing can work
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Elf Aquitaine CEO Philippe Jaffre has helped improve the oil company's finances with his management decisions, but some critics believe he should be doing more to reduce expenses. The company needs to rely on friendly relations with the government to continue its exploration.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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