San Francisco, California - 20 October 2008 1. Wide of annual Mortgage Bankers Association convention 2. Mid of convention graphic on screen 3. SOUNDBITE: (English) John Courson, CEO Mortgage Bankers Association: "I've never, ever seen...

On the streets of Baghdad, there were no obvious signs that Iraqis were preparing themselves for war, though the issue of international trade sanctions against Iraq remains a constant topic. And in the view of Dr Hashim Jabar, at Baghdad...

Meise 1. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany arriving at talks ahead of two day summit 2. SOUNDBITE (German) Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany: "I've come to this summit as I want us to send a clear and determined signal for Europe...

1. Wide top shot of venue of joint European Union and African Union Summit 2. Wide of convoy arriving at summit venue 3. Portuguese Prime Minister Jose Socrates arriving 4. SOUNDBITE: (Portuguese) Jose Socrates, Portuguese Prime...

1. Wideshot of opening ceremony at China products trade show 2. Closeup of people at ceremony 3. SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin) Ms. Guo Li, Assistant Minister, Chinese Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation (MOFTEC) "This is the first...

HEADLINE: Who are the anti-healthcare reform protesters? CAPTION: With passions running high over healthcare reform at town hall meetings around the country, the AP's Kelly Daschle takes a closer look at who the protesters are, and why...

HEADLINE Obama, Boehner in prime-time debt duel CAPTION: President Barack Obama and his chief GOP foe have taken to the airwaves with rival deficit plans, with a week to go before an unprecedented default and no break in sight to the...

1. Wide of US Trade Representative Ron Kirk walking to podium 2. Cutaway of media at briefing 3. SOUNDBITE: (English) Ron Kirk, US Trade Representative: (soundbite starts on wide of news conference) "I am pleased to announce today that...

English/Nat U-S Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin says strong funding of the International Monetary Fund is critical for Asia's economic turnaround. Speaking in Washington on Tuesday, Rubin urged the U-S Congress to approve funding...

U.S. President Donald Trump says "we'll see what happens" on the North American Free Trade Agreement at the start of his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the White House. Trump is welcoming Trudeau to...

LEAD IN: The Middle East's oil producers are bracing for continued pressure resulting from lower oil prices. The IMF's Middle East and Central Asia chief, however, says direct impact on traade and finace will...

The Petrol Dealers Association of Malaysia (PDAM) on Thursday called for the government to help change the business model for petrol station operators from sole proprietorship to private limited companies. Currently, under...

UK Prime Minister Theresa May said Friday British access to European Union markets "will be less than it is now" after Brexit. She also said that EU law would continue to affect the UK. She also said that "we...

FOR CLEAN VERSION SEE STORY NUMBER: apus101308 Treasury Secretary Stephen Mnuchin says addressing steel and aluminum tariffs and counter tariffs will be covered in the first phase of new negotiations between...

RESTRICTION SUMMARY: AP CLIENTS ONLYSHOTLIST:POOL - AP CLIENTS ONLYWashington 2 May, 2017(+++ WHITE FLASH BETWEEN BITES +++)1. SOUNDBITE (English) Terry Branstad, US Ambassador to China Nominee:"I would not only be willing to welcome...

The Federal Reserve will hike its key short-term rate, 0.25 percentage points to a range of 0.75 to 1 percent. It's the third increase since December 2015 and a show of confidence that the economy is stable. Steady hiring has brought...

Dec.23 -- G-Plus Economics Chief Economist Lena Komileva and BNY Mellon Chief Currency Strategist Simon Derrick discuss geopolitics. They speak on "Bloomberg Surveillance."

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said Tuesday that the central bank still expects to raise interest rates gradually this year. But she said the Fed also recognizes the dangers of waiting too long to tighten credit.Testifying to...

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said Tuesday that the central bank still expects to raise interest rates gradually this year. But she said the Fed also recognizes the dangers of waiting too long to tighten credit.Testifying to...

The Federal Reserve will begin shrinking the enormous portfolio of bonds it amassed after the 2008 financial crisis to try to sustain a frail economy. The move reflects a strengthened economy and could mean higher rates on mortgages and...

U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said on Tuesday that American technologies and expertise can play an important role in developing India's economy, but are facing significant barriers to accessing its markets.

The United States is suspending a tariff hike on $250 billion in Chinese imports that was set to take effect Tuesday, and China agreed to buy $40 billion to $50 billion in U.S. farm products as the world's two biggest economies reached a...

Jul.06 -- French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said he hopes European countries will be able to reach a compromise on the region’s best candidate for the post of managing director of the International Monetary Fund. Speaking in...

U.S. national security agencies are seeing "ongoing" and "persistent" efforts by Russia, China and Iran to undermine next month's midterm elections, the 2020 presidential race and beyond.