Mafia hands round the begging bowl

Article Abstract:

The Italian central government reduced its cash outflow to regional government in order to meet national budget criteria necessitated by the adoption of a single European currency and the integration of the European economies. Sicily has been hurt very badly by the reduction in funding and its economic future is precarious. While other regions in Italy have attracted foreign investment, Sicily has failed to as it is heavily in debt and very corrupt. Sicily has more autonomy than other regions, and it has been used to create featherbed jobs in exchange for votes; the government payroll eats 80% of its budget. Sicily is near bankruptcy and needs $880 million to cover its debts. The Sicilian Mafia also reportedly is teetering close to bankruptcy.

Economic aspects, Economic development, Organized crime, Mafia, Sicily

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/Don't forget your...

Article Abstract:

Eagle Star , the insurance giant, has unveiled a report which shows that Greece has more road fatalities than any other and the second worst injury rate with 110 injuries for every 10,000 cars and 10 deaths for every 10,000 cars. The UK had the fourth worst injury rate but had the least number of fatalities. Holland top the table with only 2 deaths and 29 injuries per 10,000 cars* .

Comment:

Unveils report showing that Greece has more road fatalities than any other & the second worst injury rate

Greece, Accident & Health Insurance, Insurance Carriers, Eagle Star Insurance Company Ltd., Article

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United Colors of Benettonufrom sweaters to success: an examination of the triumphs and controversies of a multinational clothing company

Article Abstract:

The challenges faced by companies in execution of multinational marketing campaigns are discussed. A case study of clothing company United Colors of Benetton is presented.

APPAREL AND OTHER TEXTILE PRODUCTS, Global Marketing, Methods, Case studies, Clothing industry, Benetton Group S.p.A., BEN, International marketing

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