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A government is a body that has the authority to make and the power to enforce laws within a civil, corporate, religious, academic, or other organization or group. In its broadest sense, "to govern" means to administer or supervise, whether over a state, a set group of people, or a collection of assets.
The word government is derived from the Greek Κυβερνήτης (kyvernites), which means "steersman", "governor", "pilot" or "rudder".
Typically, "the government" refers to the executive function. In many countries (particularly those having parliamentary systems), the Government refers to the executive branch of government or a specifically named executive, i.e. the Blair Government (compare to the administration as in the Clinton administration in U.S. usage). The Welsh Assembly Government is the name of the executive branch of Wales, and Scottish Government is the unofficial term to describe the Scottish Executive. In countries using the Westminster system, the party in government will also usually control the legislature.
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Beijing Paralympics get under way
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:06:52 -0000
Thousands of athletes, officials and spectators are taking part in the opening ceremony for the Paralympic Games in Beijing.
Envoys hold talks on North Korea
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:28:26 -0000
Senior officials from the US and China discuss initial moves by North Korea to reverse promised nuclear disarmament.
Critics dismiss Thai referendum
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:53:39 -0000
A national referendum proposed by the Thai prime minister to end the political deadlock is dismissed as a stalling tactic.
Protests in two Chinese cities
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:10:22 -0000
The Chinese government reportedly sends thousands of soldiers and police to quell unrest in Hunan province.
New governor general in Australia
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 06:10:34 -0000
Quentin Bryce is sworn in as Australia's governor general, the first woman to serve as Queen Elizabeth's representative there.
Taro Aso announces Japan PM bid
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:08:30 -0000
Japan's former foreign minister Taro Aso formally announces his bid to succeed Yasuo Fukuda, who resigned as prime minister on Monday.
NYT > Asia Pacific
Zardari Is Elected Pakistan’s President
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:48:50 -0000
Asif Ali Zardari, the widower of slain former prime minister Benazir Bhutto and a controversial politician with little experience, was elected president of Pakistan.
U.S. Missiles Killed at Least Six People on Afghanistan-Pakistan Border, Residents Say
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:44:04 -0000
The strike was the first of what American military officials said could be more raids to attack Taliban insurgents in Pakistan’s tribal region.
International Envoys Discuss North Korea Nuclear Complex
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:17:19 -0000
International envoys from four nations started meetings in Beijing on Friday, seeking clarification on whether North Korea has begun reassembling its main nuclear complex.
L.A. Times - Asia
U.S. needs more troops in Afghanistan, commander says
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:33:00 -0700
But with Petraeus set to recommend slowing the drawdown in Iraq, more forces are unlikely to be available soon to deal with rising bloodshed. A top commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan said Friday that he needed thousands of additional troops to combat violence along the border with Pakistan, a requirement that appears to be at odds with recommendations from Army Gen. David H. Petraeus on future troop levels in Iraq.
China watches U.S. elections with bemusement
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700
The electoral spectacle appears chaotic and unseemly to many Chinese, used to disciplined one-party rule. It doesn't help that the media focus on the absurdities. The Americans are doing it again, mystifying the masses here with their weird, weird presidential elections.
3 Pakistani judges return to top court
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700
Pakistan's Supreme Court on Friday reinstated three judges ousted by former President Pervez Musharraf, another victory for the man set to succeed him as head of state.
UN News Centre - Asia Pacific
UN agency wraps up Asia telecom conference looking to the future
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500
The United Nations telecommunications agency closed the door today on their annual conference, attended by government ministers from the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on new business opportunities to sustain growth in the information and communication technology (ICT) industry.
UNICEF concerned at grim' situation in north-east India following floods
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) expressed grave concern today over the worsening humanitarian situation in Bihar, where more than 3 million people have been uprooted and at least 60 killed in the worst flooding to hit north-east India in 50 years.
UN envoy briefs General Assembly President on Myanmar visit
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0500
United Nations Special Advisor Ibrahim Gambari has briefed the President of the General Assembly on his recent visit to Myanmar, during which he held talks with a range of people on issues such as national reconciliation and how to help the South-East Asian nation tackle its socio-economic challenges.
Asia - Pacific - International Herald Tribune
U.S. missile strike said to have killed at least 6 on Afghan-Pakistani border
By PIR ZUBAIR SHAH AND JANE PERLEZ Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:26:16 -0000
The strike from a pilotless reconnaissance aircraft was the first of what U.S. military officials said could be more raids to attack Taliban insurgents in the tribal regions of Pakistan.
Air of corruption dogs Pakistani leader
By Jane Perlez Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:31:52 -0000
Asif Ali Zardari, the widower of Benazir Bhutto, is set to become president Saturday, an accidental ascent for a man known more as a wheeler-dealer than a leader.
U.S. plan would shift troops from Iraq to Afghanistan
By MICHAEL R. GORDON AND THOM SHANKER Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:26:16 -0000
Pentagon leaders have recommended a modest shift of U.S. forces by early next year, officials said.
In Japan, a ghost town becomes a boom town
By NORIMITSU ONISHI Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:26:16 -0000
The designation of a Japanese silver mine as a World Heritage site has sparked debate over the value of the Unesco label and whether it can do more harm than good in preservation.
China hints at building defects in quake study
By EDWARD WONG Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:26:16 -0000
A government committee said Thursday that a rush to build schools might have led to shoddy construction that resulted in the deaths of thousands of students during a devastating earthquake in May.
Air strike kills seven in west Afghanistan
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:26:16 -0000
Seven people, including two children, were killed in an air strike in western Afghanistan on Friday that was aimed at the house of a Taliban commander, a district official said.
eCitizen - Government of Singapore one-stop citizen service portal site.
Singapore Government Website - The official website of the Government of Singapore.
Meta Description: [ The official internet gateway to the government of Singapore. Serves as a convenient first-stop for the public to locate Singapore government information and policies, the latest news and speeches, resources, services and transactions available online. ]
ACRA Company Search - Provides a search facility for companies registered in Singapore. Allows searches by registration number or business name.
Meta Description: [ ... ACRA ... ]
Business.gov.sg - A gateway to business resources in Singapore, provides information on various business topics and licensing requirements.
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore - Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, with information about the airports and Singapore as a logistics hub.
Meta Description: [ OpenCms welcome page and release notes ]
Crises and Emergencies - Website providing telephone number to call during a crisis and emergencies. Also has links to FAQ and resources to handle emergency.
Meta Description: [ The Singapore Government Crises and Emergencies website ]
Cut Red Tape - Site features a direct email feedback to the Government when citizens, business and public officers run into government bureaucratic rules and procedures.
eLibrary - Offers information services for NLB users.
Feedback Unit - The Government official feedback channel designed for Singaporeans to air their views and suggestions on Government policies and national issues. Run by the Ministry of Community Development.
Government Electronic Business (GeBIZ) - A business center where suppliers can conduct e-commerce with the Singapore Government.
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Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT) - The IPPT is a standard physical fitness test designed to test the basic components of physical fitness and motor skills of an individual soldier. In this service package, NSmen who serve National Service or are preparing for National Service can find out about policies governing IPPT and book their test dates.
Istana - Office of the President of the Republic of Singapore. Istana means 'palace' in Malay.
New Singapore Shares - Conceived by the government as a new way of sharing Singapore's success with citizens.
Online Business Licensing Service in Singapore - A one-stop portal to apply for all the relevant Government registrations and licences for conducting business in Singapore.
Parliament - Legislative body of the government of Singapore.
Singapore One - The government of Singapore Internet broadband project introduction.
Singapore Property Information Online (SPIO) - A subsidiary of Singapore Land Authority. Has property listings and contact information.
Social Enterprise and Social Entrepreneurship - An initiative to promote social enterprises in Singapore through the Social Enterprise Fund.
Meta Description: [ Social Enterprise and Enterpreneurship, Singapore ]
Statistics Singapore - National statistical authority responsible for disseminating official statistics on Singapore.
Temasek Holdings - Owns and manages the Singapore Government's direct investments, both locally and overseas.
The Cabinet - The Cabinet is responsible for all government policies and the day-to-day administration of the affairs of state. It is responsible collectively to Parliament. The website has a complete bibliography of all members of cabinet.
United Nations Association of Singapore (UNA-S) - Providing information on mission, events and related links.
Meta Description: [ United Nations Association of Singapore ]
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