Côte d'Ivoire's Gbagbo appears before the ICC
Casinos or culture? Singapore seeks tourists
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Laurent Gbagbo has appeared at the ICC in the Netherlands to face charges of crimes against humanity -- which include murder and rape.
What makes a successful tourist destination? Casinos, theme parks and Bollywood films -- or a mix of historic sites and local culture? As Singapore reduces its dependence on electronics exports it wants to boost its tourism industry -- currently about 5% of gross domestic product -- and is betting on casinos and other imported entertainment to lure millions more visitors.
Laurent Gbagbo has appeared at the ICC in the Netherlands to face charges of crimes against humanity -- which include murder and rape.
What makes a successful tourist destination? Casinos, theme parks and Bollywood films -- or a mix of historic sites and local culture? As Singapore reduces its dependence on electronics exports it wants to boost its tourism industry -- currently about 5% of gross domestic product -- and is betting on casinos and other imported entertainment to lure millions more visitors.







