Medicine sans frontieres
Article Abstract:
The UK government's plans to allow NHS patients to be treated overseas and to recruit more foreign doctors reflects the emerging international competition in the healthcare sector. The UK plan aims to cut waiting lists.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Shopping sans frontieres: mail order
Article Abstract:
US mail order companies are now marketing overseas, especially to Britain, to take advantage of the British exchange rate. Britons can buy products from the US at great savings compared to what they would cost at home.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Comparing notes
Article Abstract:
Britain is seeking to learn from the US experience of running the education system, though it is uncertain which lessons will be learnt.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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