April 18 (Bloomberg) -- South Korea's culture of handing out bribes runs deep. Ask real estate developer Kent Davy , who labels pay-to-play business deals ``crony capitalism.''

MOSCOW — Coming against the background of boardroom battles at TNK-BP and Norilsk Nickel, a conference Friday on the issue of corporate governance appeared to be either the lucky beneficiary of current events or the victim of bad timing.

Accountancy Joint problems! MYSELF and my wife bought a house in our joints names. The acquisition of the house was partially financed out of loan taken by my wife from her employer. She has quit her job. If I take a fresh loan in my name, will I get the

• Canadian consul general to talk trade • Waste Management named to ‘Most Ethical Companies’ list • Kaua‘i appointees sworn in • Kauai Realtors award scholarships • Upcoming chamber events

Thank you for inviting me to speak to you today. This road show has travelled the length and breadth of New Zealand and ends today in Wanganui.