Ireland
IRELAND: Opposition defies Cowen and Rehn on budget
Taoiseach Brian Cowen warned yesterday that the state will run out of money in July if the Dail...
IrelandIRELAND: Rehn sees no need for EU/IMF rescue, yet
EU Economic and Monetary Affairs Commissioner Olli Rehn confirmed yesterday that the Irish...
IrelandINTERNATIONAL: Gold will rise as major currencies fall
The gold spot price today reached a nominal record of 1,418.90 dollar an ounce, according to the...
InternationalIRELAND: Surprise by-election could affect budget vote
The government announced last night that it will hold a by-election at the end of November for...
IrelandCHINA/EU: Ties tighten but frustrations grow
China's President Hu Jintao will visit France on November 4 and UK Prime Minister David Cameron...
ChinaIRELAND: Resignation could lead to early elections
The resignation yesterday of parliamentary deputy Jim McDaid has left the Fianna Fail-led...
IrelandPROSPECTS 2011: Euro-area
A limited recovery is under way, but is inconsistent and subject to strong downside risks, making...
PROSPECTS 2011: Global economy
A moderation in growth is on the cards, but emerging markets will continue to fuel international...