1.  Coping behaviour is associated with current external resources, which also relate to available supportive relationships, and with internal psychological resources.

2.  As such they can be separated from external resources such as practical help, information and emotional support.

3.  Former finance secretary R. Paskaralingam and director of external resources Ackiel Mohammed were investigated for irregularities in the award of tenders and the privatisation of a state enterprise.

4.  Former finance secretary R. Paskaralingam and director of external resources, the main agency regulating foreign aid, Ackiel Mohammed were also investigated, officials said.