Political Economy

Is relief to disaster victims a political cause? (Russian Information Agency Novosti)

16 May 2008

MOSCOW. (RIA Novosti political commentator Dmitry Kosyrev) - It seems that the international status of a state now depends not only on foreign policy, trade and cultural achievements, but on the ability of its government to cope with natural disasters.

World economy 'facing downturn' (Channel 4)

16 May 2008

The United Nations said the world economy was "teetering on the brink" of a severe downturn and would grow by only 1.8% this year. That is down from a global growth rate of 3.8% in 2007.

GOP Convention Expected To Boost Columbus Economy (WTVM 9 Columbus)

16 May 2008

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) -- The Columbus Civic Center will be hosting thousands of Republicans for the State GOP Convention this weekend. With the slumping economy, the event is expected to boost the city's tourism industry.