Trader in Asia

Beijing Hosts Big Africa Summit as West Watches (YaleGlobal Online) BEIJING — China will strike a number of agreements on trade, investment, aid and debt forgiveness when it hosts the heads of 48 African countries next month in what is being billed as the biggest summit China has held in modern history, according to the Chinese official heading the effort. Fake cell phone accessories seized (ABS-CBNNEWS.com) Anti-smuggling agents scored in their intensified campaign against counterfeit products with the recent confiscation of fake Nokia cell phone accessories from China during a raid on a warehouse in Parañaque City. Australian jumps up rankings (The Nation) [SNOOKER] Neil Robertson is up to seventh from 12th in the latest world rankings following his triumph in the Royal London Watches Grand Prix at Aberdeen last night. The oddest fan While the rest of the world watches Kim Jong Il, fearful of North Korea’s nuclear threat, the dictator (San Diego Union-Tribune) Bolts are Rams-tough Getty Images LaDainian Tomlinson eases into the end zone, finishing off a 38-yard touchdown run in the first quarter Sunday. With LT having his biggest game of the season – 240 total yards, 183 yards rushing and 3 TDs – the Chargers outpaced the St. Louis Rams 38-24 to improve to 5-2. The oddest fan China funds rally on robust IPO market, renewed investor focus (India Daily) The market debut of banking giant Industrial & Commercial Bank of China was heralded with a ceremonial bang of a gong, but retail mutual funds investing in China are ringing up big gains of their own. China order for Suzlon (The Telegraph) Suzlon Energy Ltd’s wholly owned subsidiary has bagged an order from China to supply wind turbines. The company said in a filing on the Bombay Stock Exchange that its China-based subsidiary Suzlon Energy (Tianjin) Ltd had secured the order for supplying wind turbines of 50-mw capacity. Australian rules the roost (Sunday Herald) Neil Robertson became the first Australian in 16 years to reach a ranking tournament final by beating Bearsden’s Alan McManus 6-2 in the semi-finals of the Royal London Watches Grand Prix in Aberdeen yesterday. Russia rules the world’s arms bazaar (Asia Times) At a time when US-Russia ties are undergoing palpable tensions, the United States dropped behind Russia and France last year in sales of arms to the developing world. The US share dropped from 35.4% to 20.5% between 2004 and 2005. In Tomorrow’s Paper (EdmontonSun.com) Learn how to sport your skins with sophistication in Lifestyle. Yesterday, the Sun introduced you to the world of signals intelligence, which uses sophisticated technology to spy on private conversations, including Canada’s role. Today, experts debate over how that capacity is used. Journalim honor roll (Columbian Missourian) Since 1930, the Missouri School of Journalism has awarded its Missouri Honor Medal for Distinguished Service in Journalism. Medalists are selected by the school’s faculty on the basis of lifetime or superior achievement in all areas of journalism.

HM In China For Trade Talks (BruDirect.com) Nanning – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam arrived at the Nanning Wuxu International Airport here yesterday for the China-Asean Commemorative Summit, 15 years after China’s, establishment of dialogue relations with Aseann member’s countries. China puts communications satellite into orbit (India Daily) China launched a domestically produced communications satellite into orbit Sunday to provide wider and more advanced television services across the country, the state-run Xinhua News Agency reported. Arroyo lays wreath at Rizal Shrine in Jinjiang (INQ7.net) JINJIANG, China (Via PLDT/SMART)â€â€?An exact replica of the monument of the Philippines’ national hero Jose Rizal at the Luneta Park can be found in the heart of this southern Chinese city, standing proudly in mute testimony to the morals and values Rizal had hoped to impart to his fellow Filipinos. Dubai route for fax editions poses security threat (The Times of India) By definition, this fax edition can’t carry any Indian content or advertising it has to be an exact replica of the edition printed abroad. Treasure hunt Museum’s first antiques appraisal fair a success (Salisbury Post) On Sunday, Debbie Kolkebeck exemplified the phrase “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” when she brought an old toy to the Antiques Appraisal Fair. Japanese firm plans satellite launches ”GX Rockets” (India Daily) A Japanese company plans to start launching satellites in 2011 with a new rocket being developed with government backing, a newspaper reported Saturday. Shields’ spending troubles officials (Kansas City Star) In 1997, Jackson County told the public that it would spend $6.1 million in bond money for courtroom improvements. Post a Comment Going with the grain (Galesburg Register-Mail) Complete local and regional news, local business directory including restaurants, local classifieds and Central Illinois information. DOJ chief believes ‘ghost’ story (The Manila Times) Justice Secretary Raul M. Gonzalez said on Saturday that a former Makati City councilor could be right in saying that there is a strong indication that the city government had “ghost employeesâ€Â? in its payroll, because the majority of its personnel don’t have the required Tax Identification Number, or TIN. Signs promising for astronaut repair of Hubble telescope (India Daily) Signs are promising for a repair of the aging but popular US Hubble Space Telescope, once thought doomed because of worries over astronaut safety.

Many centuries ago early man told time by following the path of the sun. And soon, man developed an ingenious way of keeping track of time by mapping the celestial bodies. One of the earliest time-keepers was the sundial and wonderful examples are to be seen in museums all over the world.

Watches although functional have changed with seasons, needs, and fashions. And the wristwatches that are integral to our lives today was popularized by Cartier in the 19th century. From mechanical, to battery powered, to solar, lithium, kinetic, and crystal display, watches seem to have kept time with man’s ingenuity and progress.

From just telling time today a watch can calculate, take pictures, listen to music, watch videos and more. Anything that is an inspiration or dream quickly turns into a reality. From the watch a person wears one can tell a lot about the person. Divers wear watches that can withstand pressure, connoisseurs wear gold or gem studded watches, scientists like gizmos that help them in their work, adventurers like tough functional watches and so on.

There are watches to suit every palate and color preference from antique watches that can fetch great value to designer ones. Then there are watches that feature Disney themes or super-heroes and are worn by teenagers and kids. Watches make a lifestyle statement and are yet functional they help people keep track of time and play a role in the day to day functioning.

One can buy watches at street corners, antique stores, malls, auctions, boutiques, and online. There are websites that feature watch catalogues and with just a click you can bid for a watch or buy one from the convenience of your home or office. The online site will even ship the watch to whichever address you provide.

There are sites like Laks, AreplicaMall and watches.co.uk which give a wonderful range of watches to choose from. They not only sell watches but also buy yours. Many sites provide guidelines as well as articles on watches so that surfers can learn about watches and shop at the site.

As with all else in the world you need to:
• Find out all you can about the make, price, and guarantees.
• Check whether the payment gateways are safe.
• Work within a set budget. It is easy to fall into the “buy now,� trap.
• Choose a watch from an established dealer and know what you are buying.
• Make an effort to study the qualities of any watch you like and determine whether it will really satisfy your needs.

It is not as simple as see, buy, and use. Today watches are a fashion statement and convey to others the kind of person you are. So, think about what kind of image you wish to project and choose a watch that compliments your arm and dress sense. If you are not certain you can trust your instincts seek the guidance of fashion gurus. On the World Wide Web there are umpteen tips and articles that will introduce you to the world of style.