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World Service,16 Jul 2014,55 mins

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As the BRICS nations move to establish a $100 billion development bank, we ask if an alternative to the World Bank and IMF is really necessary. And, the rise of coconut water - what has prompted the dramatic increase in it's popularity? Elizabeth Hotson explores the world of coffee and cycling, and presenter Roger Hearing harnesses his inner Elvis in conversation with Adam Fitzpatrick, multi-award winning tribute artist. We are joined by guests David Kuo of The Motley Fool, in our Singapore bureau and at our Washington studios is Brian Czech from the Center for the Advancement of the Steady State.

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