All politics is local. So it is not the ideological economic situation. It is difficult to make sure governments advice. Because they can be a politically very, very painful process. And no wonder in india it took election and very powerful, very determined Prime Minister to make progress recently. In nigeria is a bit political. So i dont think, i dont think theres a very clear understanding, a very clear consensus on it. Im not aware of one single government which will save no, no, no. We definitely think is a good idea. It is just that the Prime Ministers and finance ministers are looking for the political tactics to do that. And again if you post that come in this country talk about a very substantial proportion of the economically average person to you should not be surprised it is a couple good process but i do think they have made progress. I think i wouldnt characterize it as a failing. If i could you share an anecdote empty chair at the National Press club theres a meeting with
President and ceo of the National Council of the nations largest hispanic civil rights and Advocacy Group on the state of hispanics in america. Immigration reform and her compelling personal story. The great privilege of experiencing the American Dream in this country born in kansas my parents actually came to this country in the very early 50s, very early 50s, my parents came from mexico with very little education. My dad had a fifth grade education, and they believed in the promise of this country and they were seeking better opportunities for their children. They worked really hard and sacrificed and so many latinos and hispanics in this country because they wanted that better teacher for their children and believed in the promise of this country so they taught important values that have been our guide for our allies, my six brothers and sisters but they taught us the importance of family, faith, Community Hard work sacrifice, honesty, integrity. All of those were important values t
Like to play in davos. Will take you inside the party scene welcome to countdown. Is 6 00 in london this friday morning. Bloomberg reporters are studied by around the world. Francine lacqua and hans nichols are live from davos with some of the big interviews. Mia saini has the details on samsungs most recent profit reports. And we are focused on the ukraine. It is called in kia but the protests are protesting spreading be on the capital. Heres the lineup for countdown. Will speak with one of the 80 billionaires in davos. He earned his billions from shipping and gambling resorts. And will sit down with one of the biggest investors in renewable energy. And in the second hour, join me for our exclusive chat with the biggest refiner in western europe. Davos wheredate at Global Leaders gathered for talks on the key political business and intellectual themes. Francine look what is there now there are a few sore heads on friday morning. Absolutely. Speechless. We are feeling fine and willpowe
Restructuring costs, well be speaking to the ceo in around 30 minutes time. At least two people left dead in ukraine as antigovernment protests escalate. Well spoo well speak to the chairman of the second largest lending bank. And a surprise shakeup at pimco, Mohammed El Erian resigns as ceo as investors are turning from bonds towards stocks. Davos 2014 well and truly kicked off here. We have some brilliant guests coming up at Worldwide Exchange speaking to the r rwe ceo as germany unveils their latest renewables for Renewable Energy. He doesnt pull punches so well be getting his latest thoughts on that and have you heard of the china shale boom . No, but im looking forward to hearing about it. I wonder whether it will be as important for that country as undoubtedly it has been as the United States. Will it be as game changing, one of the big things. Well be speaking to a top expert. How is it there . Pretty cold but im wrapped up warm, fully prepared for this and speaking to some real
You are citing a circumstance with a lot of asterisks attached. I would refer you to the investigation about that and i would point you to what the joint chiefs said about his successful recovery and the dose that has long been held here in the United States and by our military. My question is not about whether or not there should have been a deal to release him. My question is about the words used to describe him. He was promoted during his captivity. And susan rice said he served with honor and distinction. Is that true . I would refer you to the Defense Department who and you noted his promotion. Since this goes to questions about his initial detention, the Defense Department is the body that has been reviewing that and will continue to review it. Now thats art sergeant board now that Sergeant Bergdahl has been recovered. The fact of the matter is, he was held captive by an enemy force in an Armed Conflict with the United States and our allies. For five years. And consistent with ce