A statue of the Merlion, a symbol of Singapore, is seen illuminated in front of the city-state's financial district at dusk in Singapore November 8, 2009. Singapore will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings from November 11 to 14. The under-construction Marina Bay Sands casino site is pictured at left. Reuters Pictures 1 week ago

A statue of the Merlion, a symbol of Singapore, is seen illuminated in front of the city-state's financial district at dusk in Singapore November 8, 2009. Singapore will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings from November 11 to 14. The under-construction Marina Bay Sands casino site is pictured at left.