A conspiracy theory worth worrying about

Article Abstract:

The Organization for Economic Corporation and Development's (OECD) Multilateral Agreement on Investment (MAI) focuses on direct foreign investment by large companies. The OECD's treaty provides a proper environment for international investment and stimulates economic prosperity. MAI focuses on international capital markets and creation of a corporate structure to deal with globalization problems.

International Affairs, Organization for Econ Co-op & Dev, Foreign investments, Laws, regulations and rules, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development

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The troubled language of accounting gets tongue-tied over intangibles

Article Abstract:

Accounting has become more important in the world markets and national economies, but the accounting language's descriptive powers have to undergo some changes. However, accountants are quick to defend their existing system without examining how they can make the system more effective. For example, the term 'intangible assets' needs some redefining.

Accounting Methods, Accounting, Terminology

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No clear view from innovation summit

Article Abstract:

The outcome of the National Innovation Summit in Australia is assessed. Industrial development and control by financial institutions are discussed.

Innovations, Commerce

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