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US bank chairman in Vietnam push The head of the US Export-Import Bank, an independent federal agency, pushes for infrastructure deals with Vietnam worth $1.5bn (£949m). India miners face licence repeal A panel appointed by India's Supreme Court has recommended that the licences of as many as 49 iron ore miners should be cancelled. Macquarie falls on profit warning Macquarie Group, the largest investment bank in Australia, says it expects full year profits to drop 25% as a weak market hurts its business. China drives growth for KFC owner The owner of restaurant brands KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell reports another set of strong figures, helped by growth in China. Italy acts on Russia gas shortage Italy activates emergency measures to conserve gas supplies as freezing weather continues to grip the country and much of Europe. VIDEO: Sri Lankan concern over Iran oil People in Sri Lanka are growing increasingly worried about the effect on their economy of US-led sanctions against Iran. Citi to launch China credit cards The Chinese unit of Citigroup wins approval to launch credit cards in China, the first non-Asian bank to do so. Road warriors struggle to get connected Road warriors struggle to get connected What the Dickens is the author worth? The worth of the author's brand, 200 years after his death Fewer deaths 'may hit pensions' The mortality rate in England and Wales improved in 2011, which could have a knock-on effect on pensions, actuaries say. Brazil sells control of airports The Brazilian government privatises operations at three airports as part of moves to upgrade transport links ahead of the World Cup. Greece says lender talks 'tough' Greece holds further talks with its international lenders, as the debate on more austerity measures continues. VIDEO: Chinese airlines 'to shun EU tax' Beijing has banned Chinese airlines from taking part in the EU's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), aimed at cutting carbon emissions. Gers Whyte may have lied to court BBC Scotland uncovers evidence which suggests Rangers owner Craig Whyte may have lied in court. Romania spy chief 'to be new PM' Romania's intelligence service chief Mihai Razvan Ungureanu is nominated as prime minister after Emil Bloc resigns amid widespread austerity protests. Gas price rises as freeze bites The price of gas increases sharply around Europe as below-freezing temperatures lead to a surge in demand. Credit where it's due Would Scotland inherit the UK's triple-A rating? House prices 'up 0.6% in January' UK house prices increased by 0.6% in January, according to the latest survey from the Halifax. China loosens grip on yuan Foreigners allowed to invest directly using yuan AUDIO: How did Canada weather the crisis? The president of the Toronto Financial Services Alliance told Radio 5 live how Canada managed to avoid a state-bailout.

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