Commonwealth Business Forum - 25-27 October

The theme for this year's Commonwealth Business Forum is 'Partnering for Global Development: The Commonwealth, Indian Ocean and the Pacific Rim.' The Forum opened on 25 October in Perth with speakers concerned about the global financial crisis.

Picture left shows Commonwealth Business Forum Director-General (and Commonwealth Association member) Dr Mohan Kaul (left) with Australian PM Julia Gillard (centre) at the opening ceremony.

Follow these links:

Economist tips another global recession

Australian PM to Europe: We won't help you till you help yourselves

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