Prime Minister Soro has insisted, though,that confirming the validity of voter applications is integral in ensuring the success of the election.

VOA: standard.2009.09.29

But PNC Financial Services senior economist Stuart Hoffman agrees with the president that last week's decline in applications does not yet mean substantial job growth.

VOA: standard.2009.11.12

However,their visa applications have been rejected by immigration officials in Canberra, insist their decision is part of the government's response to Pyongyang's missile and nuclear weapons programs.

VOA: standard.2009.12.09