It appears the Chinese government is now trying all it can to slow down iron ore imports and control spot prices during the negotiations.

Pension funds have become increasingly active investors in commodities, and the growth in the quantum of funds invested has been truly spectacular.

This announcement is certainly consistent with China's tougher (more disciplined) stance in the iron ore contract negotiations.

Out-of-control spending by government requires a different kind of taxpayer group. AFP is that difference because we organize, educate and mobilize real grassroots citizens and help them make sure their elected officials are held accountable and understand free-market policies, ... We're hitting the ground running, with two grassroots training schools set for citizens in Charlottesville and Roanoke in the next week, and we'll have at least half a dozen grassroots schools completed by November 1. This new grassroots presence will lead to a stronger economy, which means new and better-paying jobs and more prosperity across Virginia.

We are still firmly in control, ... legal and democratically elected government.

These disasters continue to happen because this is a decaying state. The corrupt government officials control all sectors and are responsible for all disasters we face. But the government would not hold itself accountable.