The crumbling of Pakistan

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Pakistan faces a number of serious problems such as a banking system afflicted by bad debts, a halt in investment and industry, and loss-making utilities. Pakistan has cut electricity prices despite the losses, and still hopes for aid from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF may withhold funds needed to service Pakistan's external debt. Meanwhile, the government is seeking to introduce Islamic law as Pakistan's supreme law. On a positive note, corruption has been reduced since 1997.

Economic Programs, Administration of Economic Programs, Economic aspects, International Monetary Fund, Economic policy, International relations, Pakistani foreign relations, Pakistan, Islam

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Pillars of the community

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Muslims in Brazil have complained about the suspicions of international police seeking supporters of terrorism following the Sep 11 attacks on the US. Around 1 mil of Brazil's 10 mil people of Arab descent are Muslims, and most Muslims are well integrated into society and business.

Demographic aspects, Brazil, Muslims

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London's crumbling pillars

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Confidence in London, England financial institutions is withering, and the city's status as a center for international finance may be at stake. The London Stock Exchange, Lloyd's of London and the Bank of England need to repair their international reputations.

Bank of England, London, England, Financial institutions, England, Public opinion, Lloyd's of London, London Stock Exchange PLC

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