TV Highlights Asia Rebounds: Post 1997 Seoul Thu, 21 Sep at 9.30 PM PrimeTime News Daily at 9PM	14 Jan 2007 • Bangladesh's new cabinet meets to resume election efforts 12 Jan 2007 • New head of Bangladesh government sworn in • Economist sworn in as head of new Bangladesh interim government 10 Jan 2007 • Fatah strongman in Gaza lashes out at Hamas • 90 Chinese delegates in S'pore for workshops on vocational education, training 04 Jan 2007 • Albay's school children soldier on to rebuild lives 02 Jan 2007 • Belarus faces crisis as Russia cuts subsidies 31 Dec 2006 • CPF increase possible if outlook stays good: PM Lee 27 Dec 2006 • Furniture from IMF/World Bank meetings up for sale 26 Dec 2006 • Indonesia marks tsunami anniversary amid fresh disaster • Hosting Singapore 2006 strengthened public, private and people partnerships 22 Dec 2006 • International aid agencies help Aceh rebuild aquaculture industry 14 Dec 2006 • OPEC looks for output reduction, method uncertain 07 Dec 2006 • Poverty remains major challenge for Indonesia: World Bank 06 Dec 2006 • British finance minister readies 'final' pre-budget report 30 Nov 2006 • Rise of German economy puts unemployment at four-year low 29 Nov 2006 • Singapore may consider hosting Asian Games after Sports Hub: PM Lee 28 Nov 2006 • US leader urges NATO allies to step up on Afghanistan 27 Nov 2006 • Singapore's investments in Middle East tripled in last five years: PM Lee 26 Nov 2006 • West must prepare for Chinese, Indian dominance: Wolfensohn 17 Nov 2006 • Australian police ready for protests as powerbrokers meet • Defeated Bemba rejects DR Congo election result 16 Nov 2006 • Increased spending ahead of GST hike expected 08 Nov 2006 • Muslim convert jailed for life for plotting terror in Britain, US 07 Nov 2006 • Home Affairs Ministry says Singapore must stay ahead of terorrists • Terror suspect reportedly planned attacks in London, US 06 Nov 2006 • Effects of haze on greenhouse gases and pollution are huge, says SEC 05 Nov 2006 • Climate change: 22,000-plus in London protest for urgent action 02 Nov 2006 • P&G works with external researchers to accelerate growth 01 Nov 2006 • Russia and Angola sign agreements on oil, diamonds in Moscow • Japan pledges to help Equatorial Guinea promote democracy 31 Oct 2006 • Bird flu test kit clinches top Asian Innovation Award • Visitorship for September grew by 1.4 percent • Australia shuns Kyoto, targets China and India in pollution row • Climate change report issues wake-up call to world 30 Oct 2006 • A bit more give and take for charities? 19 Oct 2006 • IMF predicts slower US growth but strong global outlook 18 Oct 2006 • Turkish economy vulnerable despite strong prospects: OECD 17 Oct 2006 • S2006 a success, well-organised, efficient, impressive: PM Lee 13 Oct 2006 • Extreme poverty in Asia worsened by health care costs: study 12 Oct 2006 • Next Ecuadoran president could force US to close military base 04 Oct 2006 • Africa has worst business climate but changing rapidly: World Bank • Sweeping Russian sanctions take effect on Georgian neighbour 01 Oct 2006 • Crowds streaming back to Suntec City Mall after IMF/World Bank meetings • Hotels face different challenges to fill their rooms after IMF/World Bank meetings 28 Sep 2006 • Singapore firms should encourage feedback to improve governance • Mobs on the rampage over Bangladesh power cuts • Raffles Hotel gives out free mooncakes 25 Sep 2006 • Renminbi revaluation may not effectively correct global trade imbalances: economist • S'pore students join ASEAN volunteers in community project in Cambodia 24 Sep 2006 • Kuwait buys stake in China's largest bank • Delegates give Singapore hospitality a thumbs up 23 Sep 2006 • 230,000 people visit Singapore Biennale since opening 22 Sep 2006 • Singapore left lasting impression on IMF/World Bank delegates • Singaporeans did not join IMF protests as they want to gain from globalisation: NTUC • Rewarding experience for volunteers involved in IMF/World Bank meetings • Hotels say they have enhanced their knowledge from hosting IMF/World Bank delegates and visitors • Former IMF official publishes book on Singapore's economic success • IMF/ World Bank meet participants say Singapore is friendly, efficient and disciplined 21 Sep 2006 • Too soon to tell if Thai crisis will have lasting impact on air travel: IATA • Citigroup sees Singapore as a hub for business in ASEAN • Singapore to create, grow investment funds for Asia's infrastructure needs • Many return to shop and dine at Suntec Singapore • Work starts to tear down offices after IMF/World Bank meetings • Foreign media learn about Singapore as they cover IMF/World Bank meetings 20 Sep 2006 • Singaporeans returning from Bangkok unperturbed by Thai coup • CSO forums end with discussions on the elderly, poverty • National effort made Singapore 2006 a success for record 20,000 participants • Decisions made at IMF/World Bank meetings reflect changes in global economy • Singapore responds to Wall Street Journal Asia on editorials criticising the country • Singapore's hosting of IMF/World Bank annual meetings sees several milestones • IMF closely watching post-coup developments in Thailand • IMF/WB meetings wrap up with member nations supporting reform programme • Asian governments urge calm after Thai coup • IMF keeping close watch on Thai coup • Thai finance minister says no longer holds post after military coup • Delegates treated to cultural festival at official reception in Esplanade 19 Sep 2006 • IMF/World Bank governors describe reforms a watershed • Australia says US, EU both taking hard line on global trade talks • IMF and World Bank heads agree on need for more work on reform • Hong Kong has active role to play in China modernisation: HK Financial Secretary • ABN AMRO aims to grow regional consumer banking business • Call on Muslim societies to invest in human resources development • CSO forums discuss strengthening governance, strategies to fight corruption • Suntec Medical Centre wins praise from IMF/World Bank delegates • Delegates welcome new directions set by IMF and World Bank heads • Hopes high as Paulson set to touch down in China • Activists not convinced S'pore-bashing Paul Wolfowitz on their side • Good governance needed to face globalisation head-on: PM Lee 18 Sep 2006 • Seminar addresses workers' fear of being left behind • Donors urged to keep their commitments to free primary education • Small economies should develop the service sector: experts • African countries call for increased IMF voting rights • IFC plans to expand financial commitment in East Asia • IMF/World Bank maps out strategies to tackle corruption in developing nations • Singapore showcases Asian spices to IMF/World Bank guests • PM Lee, SM Goh meet leaders attending IMF/World Bank meetings • Nigerian president heads home after news of military plane crash • Interpreters help bridge language barrier at IMF/World Bank meetings • East Asia needs to tackle social inequality and corruption: World Bank • Financial integration of Asian economies to accelerate: central bankers • MAS managing director calls for stronger debt and capital markets in Asia • Experts say ASEAN needs to pick up pace of financial integration • World Bank mulls controversial anti-graft campaign • Protests of the peaceful kind 17 Sep 2006 • Spouses of IMF/World Bank delegates visit Jewel Box • Civil groups launch Transparency Charter for Int'l Financial Institutions • Civil society organisations discuss environment, poverty and education • Long-term sustainable funding needed for universal free primary education • Asian companies urged to embrace innovation further to excel • World Bank to be more engaged globally in fighting corruption • IMFC backs call for greater voice for developing nations • Tharman argues against European-style single currency for Asia • Flu pandemic could cost global economy up to US$2 trillion: World Bank • Call for more public-private partnerships in developing countries • Indonesia's Finance Minister says economy now back to pre-Asian crisis levels • Gulf bankers highlight opportunities in Islamic banking • Civil groups threaten to take legal action against Singapore • Bird flu poses 'real and substantial' economic threat: World Bank • Bank of China chairman says China's economy not over-heating • Seven lenders unite to fight corruption • China says on track to open up financial sector in 2007 to meet WTO commitments • World Bank announces $15m grant to help Indonesia fight bird flu • IMF policymakers open one-day meeting in Singapore • IMF policymakers to launch sweeping reform process • Two activists head to Singapore after previously denied entry • Gordon Brown, Robert Zoellick call on PM Lee at Istana • Delegates and spouses get a taste of Singapore's nature, culture 16 Sep 2006 • France calls for resumption of world trade talks • IMF/World Bank delegates let hair down at networking events • World finance chiefs urge Chinese currency reform • G7 finance ministers urge China to allow greater currency flexibility • G7 finance ministers support IMF proposal for reforms • Singapore unveils tax incentives to spur infrastructure investments • Greater ASEAN integration a stepping stone to pan-Asian integration • G7 ministers back IMF reform proposals • G24 calls for IMF reforms to triple voting power of developing countries • Economic integration is the key to regional growth: Lim Hng Kiang • Southeast Asia's resources can meet growing Chinese demand: economists • Middle Eastern economies can learn from Asia's experience: SM Goh • US urges G7 action to revive world trade round • Indonesia lobbies for greater Asian voice, more investment • India's Commerce Minister calls for rethink of future international trade deals • African nations want to learn from Asia how to attract private development: IMF • G7 ministers open talks under economic storm clouds • Foothold in HK puts DBS in good position to tap into China's growth • Suntec retailers hope delegates take time out of busy schedules to shop 15 Sep 2006 • UK Governor of the IMF Gordon Brown arrives in Singapore for annual meetings • 22 out of 27 CSO representatives are now able to enter Singapore • International People's Forum attended by 500 civil group representatives, opens on Batam • Singapore among top 10 countries with good governance • Singapore 2006 committee decides to let in 22 of 27 activists after review • MM Lee says good governance is having a good system to ensure Singapore survives • CSOs raise issues like poverty and corruption at forums • US Federal Reserve Chairman calls on Singapore leaders • Governors to discuss ways of reshaping IMF's role • IMF warns Singapore may enjoy slower economic growth next year • 30 people hold silent protest against poverty at Suntec Singapore • World Bank says committed to fighting poverty • No 'magic bullet' for world economic imbalances: IMF's Rato 14 Sep 2006 • Wolfowitz updates PM Lee on progress made by World Bank • Civil groups discuss their role in forums alongside IMF/World Bank meetings • More financial institutions using Singapore as hub for regional expansion • Chee Soon Juan to go ahead with planned march and rally on Saturday • S2006 organising committee says it has not breached agreement with IMF/World Bank • Volunteers from local tertiary institutions to help at IMF/World Bank meetings • Latin America fast-becoming top investment destination for Singapore firms: IE Singapore • Global imbalances pose risks to world economy: IMF • Asia must keep up economic reforms if they want more say: IMF • 'Fragile states' fertile ground for terrorism, crime: World Bank • Singapore InfoComm Technology companies leverage on boom in financial services • IMF chief Rodrigo de Rato calls on PM Lee • First protest staged at Suntec Singapore • With no big fuss, S'pore's civil society organisations get to work • Booming India, China to underpin Asian growth: IMF • More protests, now from the World Bank • Graft watchdog urges IMF/World Bank to assess risks before giving out money • World Bank, IMF chiefs take up civil society groups' accreditation issue • Brazil, India, South Africa join forces on global issues • World economy resilient but inflation threat looms: IMF • Police deport two Filipino activists due to security reasons • Hamas' Haniya to remain premier in unity government 13 Sep 2006 • Security forces on highest alert as IMF/World Bank meetings begin • Some hotels near Suntec almost double room rates during IMF/World Bank meetings • Key focus of IMF/WB meetings to improve lives of people in developing countries • Civil groups consider boycott of IMF/World Bank meetings • Singapore companies down to final preparations for S2006 • 23,000 people registered to attend IMF/World Bank Meetings • Singapore completes upgrading of Changi Airport's Terminal 2 • IMF/World Bank meetings to benefit tourism and MICE sectors: experts • Global markets look healthy but not pricing in enough risks: IMF • Global financial markets face risk of major correction: IMF • Keep fuel, gasoline prices high, IMF chief urges governments 12 Sep 2006 • IMF/World Bank delegates to view masterpieces as Dali exhibit opens • IMF/Word Bank meetings a good platform for sponsors seeking expansion • Motorists face extra ERP charge if they head to Suntec • Limousine drivers worst hit by slow trickle of delegates arriving for meetings • 2 taxi stands designated for IMF/WB delegates near convention • Slowdown in US housing market the biggest threat to global growth: IMF • Where are the shoppers? • Crew barred entry to Suntec • Filipino activists demand right to protest in Singapore during IMF/World Bank meetings • WTO summit showed outdoor protests can turn violent: S'pore Police • Philippine economy being left behind by rest of Asia: World Bank • Global financial markets face risk of major correction: IMF • SingPost to issue commemorative stamps for IMF/WB meetings • IMF urges China to check runaway growth • Registration begins for IMF/World Bank meetings 11 Sep 2006 • Channel NewsAsia to offer latest updates on IMF/World Bank meetings • Taxis in short supply at Suntec area as cabbies avoid the place • Public gives thumbs-up to S'pore's security measures five years after 9/11 • Singapore bans 28 from country during IMF/World Bank meetings • Singapore's share of international projects grew 5-fold in 2005 • Indonesian police give nod to World Bank/IMF protest forum • Indoor protests at Suntec Singapore expected to begin on Wednesday • Service staff from 250 retail, F&B outlets undergo GEMS training • Smooth traffic around Suntec despite road closures for IMF/World Bank meetings • Over 30,000 kg of ingredients ordered for IMF/World Bank delegates' meals • Asia to showcase economic strength at IMF/World Bank meeting • Dispora promises to be a visual treat 10 Sep 2006 • Strict entry rules into Marina Bay area for heavy vehicles from Sep 10-26 • Asian nations want more muscle to flex at IMF • Liaison Officers roll out red carpet welcome for delegates across Changi Airport • SDP's Chee Soon Juan stopped from handing out pamphlets urging outdoor rally and march • Retailers at Suntec City Mall say business over weekend down • CSOs disappointed with space set aside for protests at IMF/World Bank meetings • Singapore cannot take chances with security during IMF/WB meetings: DPM Wong • Asia to showcase economic strength at IMF/World Bank meeting 09 Sep 2006 • World Bank organises Open Space Dialogue for youths to air their views • Organisers putting finishing touches at venues of IMF/World Bank meetings • Dali artworks put on display ahead of IMF/World Bank meetings 08 Sep 2006 • Indonesia to use IMF/World Bank meetings to woo international investors • Singapore can expect multiplier effect from IMF/World Bank meet: experts • Strict restrictions to be imposed on heavy vehicles entering Marina Bay area • Police firm on banning undesirable groups from IMF/World Bank meetings • Cultural performance Diaspora specially commissioned for IMF/World Bank delegates • Singapore's role in planning Programme of Seminars lauded by IMF, World Bank • Spouse liaison officers for IMF/World Bank delegates • Batam officially bans anti-IMF protests • Gloom in hotel lobbies 07 Sep 2006 • Transport committee receives BMWs for ferrying of IMF/World Bank delegates • Over 500 CSOs accredited for IMF/World Bank meetings • 1,600 people take part in drill on welcoming IMF/World Bank delegates at Changi Airport • Grand welcome reception awaits IMF/World Bank delegates • Real-time arrival info for buses ferrying IMF/World Bank delegates 06 Sep 2006 • Eurasian Association prepares signature dishes for IMF/World Bank guests • Singapore's economy the most business-friendly in the world: World Bank • Goal for greater gender equality unlikely to be met: World Bank • Singapore's friendly economy tops global ranks: World Bank 05 Sep 2006 • Hotels near Suntec Convention Centre offer new food and services for IMF delegates • Close to 2000 vehicles allocated to ferry IMF/World Bank delegates • Over 1,000 temporary offices in Suntec for IMF World Bank meetings ready for use • The poor really bank on world's help 04 Sep 2006 • Singapore to help plan Programme of Seminars for IMF/World Bank meetings 03 Sep 2006 • IMF/World Bank delegates can enjoy VVIP treatment at newly opened luxury terminal at Changi airport 02 Sep 2006 • HK expert says S'pore must engage civil groups at IMF-World Bank meetings • IMF spells out voting reforms to benefit China, others 01 Sep 2006 • IMF/World Bank meetings to showcase Asia's recovery from 1997 crisis • IMF agrees to boost voice of developing countries • Top global bankers, corporate leaders and ministers to attend IMF/World Bank meetings 31 Aug 2006 • Preparations for IMF/World Bank meetings move into final stages • Protesting the World Bank from Batam • Singapore's competitive advantage may be in export of services: World Bank 30 Aug 2006 • Singapore wins praise for IMF-World Bank preparations • Security operations ramped up in the run-up to IMF/World Bank meetings • Suntec Singapore completes facelift ahead of IMF-World Bank meetings 27 Aug 2006 • Changi Airport gears up to welcome IMF-World Bank delegates • Long-term brand-building far outweighs costs of S2006: organisers 26 Aug 2006 • Service training for student volunteers ahead of IMF-World Bank meetings 24 Aug 2006 • Ten win prizes in Four Million smiles campaign 23 Aug 2006 • 'Alternative external venues' raised by World Bank not possible: Lim Hwee Hua • BMW chauffeurs get training ahead of IMF-World Bank meetings 22 Aug 2006 • Police to examine practicality of alternative sites given by World Bank for protests 21 Aug 2006 • IMF-World Bank delegates to register at City Hall building 18 Aug 2006 • Medical team gears up for IMF-World Bank meetings • MAS launches Singapore 2006 commemorative coins 17 Aug 2006 • Disabled workers assemble name cardholders for IMF/World Bank delegates • Business as usual for Suntec tenants during IMF/World Bank meetings 16 Aug 2006 • Prepared for all threats 13 Aug 2006 • Roads around Suntec City to be closed for IMF/World Bank meetings 11 Aug 2006 • Garden City spruced up for IMF/World Bank meetings 10 Aug 2006 • Singapore undergoes face-lift ahead of IMF/World Bank meetings 07 Aug 2006 • Suntec Singapore gets wired up for IMF-World Bank meetings • This lion is too tame 05 Aug 2006 • Poly students trained to be bus hosts for IMF/World Bank delegates 03 Aug 2006 • IMF ready to give emerging economies louder voice • Premier Taxis launch new fleet of luxury cabs in time for IMF-World Bank meetings 02 Aug 2006 • Plenty of hotel rooms available for IMF/World Bank meetings: STB, SHA 29 Jul 2006 • Suntec retailers mixed on stepped-up security during IMF-World Bank meets 28 Jul 2006 • World Bank to hold talks with S'pore govt on civil society engagement • Rules laid down on civil society activities during IMF meetings • Police, army train to deal with possible riots during IMF meetings 23 Jul 2006 • Four Million Smiles rallies organisations to welcome IMF/World Bank delegates 20 Jul 2006 • Four Million Smiles initiative moves into phase two 17 Jul 2006 • IMF-World Bank meetings to bring in extra revenue to Singapore 15 Jul 2006 • 700 undergo training to be liaison officers for S2006 07 Jul 2006 • Shaken before we are stirred? 05 Jul 2006 • Singapore hotels gearing up for IMF, World Bank meetings 04 Jul 2006 • ASEAN destinations to be featured in regional tours for IMF delegates 02 Jul 2006 • More than 250 temp staff sought for IMF, World Bank meetings	Advertisements Weather SINGAPORE (Today) 24 - 29 °C Showers with thunder over many areas in the afternoon. 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