Asia Pacific | Taiwan GDP Growth Picks Up Leading Government to Raise Full Ye...
Asia Pacific
Taiwan GDP Growth Picks Up Leading Government to Raise Full Year Forecast
Taiwan's economy expanded at its fastest pace in two years in the third quarter, prompting the government to raise its full-year growth estimate, as companies shipped more electronic parts and other goods to China.
China unveils new leaders
Vice President Hu Jintao has taken over the reins of China's ruling Communist Party -- replacing Jiang Zemin -- in the biggest leadership shuffle the country has seen in over a decade.
Europe
France lifts beet output estimate, sugar content
PARIS, Nov 15 (Reuters) - The French farm ministry on Friday again raised its sugar beet output estimate, with the 2002 sugar beet crop now put at 32.26 million tonnes, up from 31.98 million tonnes seen last month.
More BSE Safeguards Needed
European Commission scientists recommend further controls to prevent BSE infected meat entering the food chain.
Mail Order Lamb
Welsh farmers show "an excellent example of diversification" through mail order.
Americas
Ad links meat-eating, Pickton case
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, a radical animal-rights group, is launching a new campaign against animal abuse hinged on allegations that accused serial killer Robert Pickton murdered 15 women at his pig farm.
Mexico expects 14 billion dollars in foreign investment in 2003
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco - Mexico expects to get in excess of 14 billion dollars in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2003 and slightly more than 13 billion dollars in 2002, Central Bank chief Guillermo Ortiz said Thursday.
USA
Beef Checkoff Under Legal Fire
The checkoff program that provides for the collection of $1 each time a head of cattle is sold in the country may be under legal fire, but the head of the Florida Beef Council thinks it will survive.
Deer Meat Ban
The US FDA has prohibited rendered deer and elk processing by-products from being added to livestock feed.
I am pleased with the decision by this Administration to pursue a free trade agreement with Australia. There is much to gain when global markets are open and competitive. A potential agreement would further boost the trade of goods and services, as well as enhance job opportunities for both countries.