11.   The promise of riches from oil and gas resources attracted billions of dollars in foreign investment.

12.   They also will need to attract billions from foreign investors who follow in the shoes of Nike.

13.   Vanguard, a Pennsylvania firm, has attracted billions of dollars to its index funds, which mimic the market rather than try to top it.

14.   Argentine lawmakers have given preliminary approval to an economic recovery plan that President Eduardo Duhalde hopes will attract billions of dollars in international aid.

15.   But with hard work and planning, Singapore has achieved high economic growth, low inflation, near full employment and attracted billions of dollars in foreign investment.

16.   Hungary is booming politically and economically, Attracting billions in foreign investment and charging toward NATO membership.

17.   Such bills traditionally attract billions in extra spending from lawmakers, and some are already considering amendments that would add funds for defense, energy and other areas.

18.   The final rounds last a month and attract billions of fans watching on TV.

19.   But Chidambaram has broadly pledged to continue the policy of liberalisation which has attracted billions of dollars in foreign investment.

20.   The reform is considered key to the success of an economic plan the government hopes will help end a crippling crisis and attract billions of dollars in financial aid.