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Orientalist Art Market, 2005.
This paper analyzes the impact of the September 11th terror attacks on the art industry while focusing primarily on the genre of Orientalist art.
2,307 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 114.95
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The writer of this paper centers on the fields of Far East and Near East art also known as Orientalist art. This paper presents figures and facts pertaining to the genre of Orientalist art from the auction houses of Christie' and Sotheby's as well as others. This well-researched paper discusses the general status of the art industry, while also delving into current trends. This paper examines how the 9/11 terror attacks caused sales and prices in the art industry to drastically fall around the world. This paper discusses the published reports that claim that even prior to 9/11 the art market was showing signs of slowing down. This paper contains published statistics and data pertinent to the art market in general while also presenting 6 illustrated charts and graphs relevant to this particular topic.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
General Art Market Analysis
Orientalist Art Market Analysis
Conclusion
References
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"Luckily, the art market was able to rebound quite quickly, despite challenges in other sectors. "After the tragedy of September 11th, the art market has consistently trumped the performance of sluggish equities markets" ("Art investment", 2003). For this reason, the art market, in general, has seen a resurgence, despite the downturn attributed to September 11th. However, not all is smooth sailing for the industry. This was evidenced just prior to perhaps one of the largest events in the art market history was the sale of artwork collected by the late Malcolm Forbes. Forbes was an obsessive collector. From Faberge eggs to Orientalist paintings, Forbes collection grew for more than three decades. 361 pieces of art, from this lifetime of collecting went under the hammer at Christie's in London, in 2003."
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Multiculturalism and Korean Immigration, 2006.
An analysis of the American-Korean experience and other issues relating to multiculturalism.
2,780 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 132.95
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This paper explores many issues of culture, race and the concept of multiculturalism within the context of the American melting pot. These issues of culture and especially multiculturalism warrant analysis as they define the American experience for immigrants. This paper focuses specifically on the Korean-American experience and what factors within Korea led many generations of families to leave for a better life in America. The paragraphs first examine the concepts of culture and multiculturalism of today's America and look at how the melting pot has changed. By defining these concepts one can better understand the state of multicultural relations today and how these relations influence the future of American urban life. Second, this paper looks at the circumstances surrounding Korean immigration between 1900 and 1960, specifically focusing on South Korea. These paragraphs describe the major economic, social and political changes that occurred in the region over a period of time. This includes an analysis of the changes and how these changes influence ancestor decision to migrate to the United States. Also included in this paper are the methods and data sources used as literature to determine the reasons for immigration.
Paper Overview
Abstract
Korean Immigrations and Origins
Major Economic, Social and Political Changes
Analysis
Methods and Data Sources
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"In many ways, these exiles were far better off than their counterparts who stayed in Korea during the various conflicts as they never lost their spirit or industrious nature toward commerce. In these camps, many Korean prospered and this is evident from the fact they were able to provide Korean based schools for area children. These camps were also able to provide food to other exile camps."
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America -A Land of Many Kims!, 2006.
Examines the popularity of the 'Kim' surname in the American-Korean community.
915 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 52.95
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Kim is one of the most common Korean surnames in both Korea and in America today. Wherever there is a Korean community, it is easy to find someone named Kim. This paper takes a look at some of the more famous Kim's who made a name for themselves in the United States.
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"However, not only New York hosts a vibrant community of people named Kim. For example, Dr. Benjamin Kim is a prominent physician in Salt Lake City Utah, a practicing Mormon as well as a surgeon with strong ties to the community, brought to Utah by his love of the intense fellowship and religious feeling evident amongst the Mormon community. He converted to Mormonism, and became part of the Utah Mormon American lifestyle and schema of beliefs."
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Pollution in South Asia, 2005.
An in-depth study on pollution in South Asia.
4,766 words (approx. 19.1 pages), 14 sources, MLA, AU$ 196.95
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This paper offers an overview of the general state of disrepair the world is in due to pollution. It discusses many kinds of pollution, namely, water, marine, noise and ozone depletion. The paper focuses on the problems of air pollution and deforestation in South Asia. The author gives many graphs and schematic representations in order to qualify points highlighted. This paper also gives solutions for the fore-mentioned pollution problems and warns against the effects of late implementation of these solutions.
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"The health benefits that would arise if the problem were to be tackled immediately are enormous. Not only would the general health of the population become infinitely better, but also the other ill effects of air pollution, like for example, poor visibility, damage to crops and to other forms of vegetation, and green gas emissions would all be avoided. However, it would not be sufficient if only local forces contributed towards the tackling of air pollution; the involvement of outside agencies is also a must. In this case, the WHO, or the World Health Organization has been actively involved in the issue, and is ready with the proper guidelines and necessary procedures as well as financial resources to handle the problem."
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Butoh Dance, 2006.
An overview of this modern form of Japanese dance.
1,902 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 14 sources, MLA, AU$ 97.95
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Butoh is a Japanese art form that emerged in 1959 as a response to western oppression. Western political dominance had a serious impact on the aesthetic sense of dancer Tatsumi Hijikata, who developed a new form of dance that comprises strange body movements, gestures and jerks. This paper provides an overview of the history and make-up of Butoh and shows how it is also accepted as a form of movement therapy.
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"Artaud rejected the views, beliefs and values of the theatre of his time. He was not interested in projecting reality and sanity as they were accepted by the mainstream theatre-goers. For him, artistic skills represented the ability to fully embrace the unknown, the untried and the unseen. Artaud did not view insanity as a problem. Everything that treaded on the dangerous was found exciting as it opened a new medium of expression and challenged the classical traditions of Japanese theatre."
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Confucianism, Daoism and Legalism, 2006.
A look at how Confucianism, Daoism and Legalism have influenced Chinese culture.
1,146 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 63.95
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This paper examines how the three most influential philosophies on Chinese culture, history and politics include Confucianism, Daoism and Legalism. It looks at how each of these political philosophies provide a different approach to leadership and citizenship as well as differing means of creating order in society. It also analyzes how each of these strains of thought also influenced ways of viewing human beings, human nature and government.
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"The person who sparked the Confucian philosophy was in his lifetime unsuccessful in promoting his theories and ideals. The man known as Confucius was born in the sixth century BCE to a poor family. Faced with the prospect of self-education and self-reliance during turbulent times, Confucius strived to make order out of the chaos of feudalism. "With energy and utter selflessness, Confucius set about to bring order and peace to his age," (De Bary 16). Order and peace would become cornerstones of the Confucian philosophy. The underlying mechanism by which society could attain a state of order and peace was via the cultivation of virtue. Virtue is defined through moral actions and behavior and Confucian writings often refer to specific examples of virtuous behavior."
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?The Tale of Kieu", 2006.
This paper reviews and analyzes the 18th century Vietnamese poem "The Tale of Kieu" written by Nguyen Du.
1,257 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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The writer of this paper clearly illustrates the plot of Du's epic poem which revolves around family obligations, love and morality while focusing on the title character of Kieu. This paper details the characteristics of Kieu who is a beautiful and educated young woman struggling to conform to societal demands. This paper examines the impact of Confucian philosophy as well as the traditions of Buddhism in 18th century Vietnam, particularly as it pertained to women during this era. This paper also delves into the tragic love story between Kieu and Kim.
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"The heavenly significance of Kieu's story, which extends beyond her family, is highlighted by the persistent existence of the Vuong family's deceased muse and former servant Dam Tien. As a spirit voice, Dam Tien counsels, guides, and provides some much-needed comfort to Kieu during critical junctures of the girl's struggle. Dam Tien's presence underlines the persistence and necessity of filial obligations and the connection between the individual self and the collective, ancestral past-but the 'lower' nature of the living status of Dam Tien also shows a greater affection and respect for members of the poor serving classes and social order than is evident in some Confucian ideas about the need for deference in the social hierarchy. Of course, the primary interest for many readers is the romantic relationship between the star-crossed and originally betrothed lovers Van and Kieu. But the morality of the tale denies the pair full happiness and the full delights of marital bliss."
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Business in Japan, 2006.
An overview of the advantages and disadvantages of doing business in Japan.
1,727 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 89.95
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In today's hyper-competitive, globalized world, doing business in Japan is a logical step for many organizations. This paper examines how there are significant opportunities that lie in the land of the rising sun and how with these opportunities come distinctive challenges. It attempts to show that by understanding the unique business culture of Japan, as well as the historic culture of their people, organizations can be better prepared and more likely to succeed in a very competitive marketplace.
Outline
Introduction
Overview of Japanese Economy
Advantages to Doing Business in Japan
Disadvantages of Doing Business in Japan
Mistakes Often Made When Doing Business in Japan
Relationships in Japanese Business
Etiquette in Japanese Business
Conclusion
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"The Japanese market is well established, as opposed to the rapidly emerging markets of other Asian countries, such as China and India. Japan has a lengthy history of technology and product development and acquisition and is enjoying slow to moderate growth, with the end of a 12-year recession. Despite this recession, the Japanese economy is still larger, in real terms, than China. Add to this the benefit of a modern and comparatively legal system, financial markets, governance systems, patent laws, and a business code that is both highly ethical as well as predictable. China does not offer these benefits, in their economy. There is still much work to be done to China's legal and financial systems to be of similar value as Japan."
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Entrepreneurial Leadership Styles, 2006.
A comparative analysis of entrepreneurial leadership styles in Sweden and China.
15,254 words (approx. 61.0 pages), 53 sources, MLA, AU$ 400.95
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In recent years researchers have contributed different causes as responsible for the success of a country's economic system and as a result, differing models for economic growth suggest multiple possible paths for success. This paper examines how two countries of notable global success, attributable to each of its entrepreneurial leadership skills, are Sweden and China. It offers a comparative study of the entrepreneurial leadership of both Sweden and China, taking into consideration such factors as their political and economic history, leadership styles and regulatory changes. It concludes with an analysis of the factors that both entrepreneur leadership styles have in common.
Outline
Introduction
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Entrepreneurial Research and Development and Economic Growth
Leadership Studies and Analysis
Entrepreneurial Leadership in Sweden
Entrepreneurial Leadership in China
Comparison of Swedish and Chinese Entrepreneurs
Conclusion
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"Entrepreneurial leadership is leadership that is based on the attitude that the leader is self-employed. Leaders of this type take initiative and act as if they are playing a critical role in the organization and energize their people, demonstrate entrepreneurial creativity, search continuously for new opportunities and pursue them, take risk, venture into new areas and provide strategic direction and inspiration to their people (Kotelnikov, 2005). These leaders also take responsibility for the failures of their team, learn from these failures and use them as a step to ultimate success and strategic achievement. Entrepreneurial leadership involves instilling the confidence to think, behave and act with entrepreneurship in the interests of fully realizing the intended purpose of the organization to the beneficial growth of all stakeholders involved (Kotelnikov, 2005)."
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Copyright Laws, 2005.
This in-depth paper examines and compares the issue of copyright and their applicability in terms of the law in the U.S., U.K. and China.
11,904 words (approx. 47.6 pages), 100 sources, MLA, AU$ 371.95
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This well-researched paper centers on the matter of copyrighted material in terms of literary works, musical compositions, dramatic works, pantomimes and choreographic works, pictorial and multi-media packages within CD-ROMs among others. This paper focuses on the legalities of copyright in the three countries cited primarily from the point of view held by archives. The writer of this paper begins by offering a detailed definition of both archives and copyright. According to this paper, a copyright is a set of laws and rules that are established as a particular form of government with the primary goal of protecting the original works of the author. This paper delves into various concepts of copyright including its being construed as a certain specification of law within a particular field of work. The writer examines the situation in the U.K. which currently houses nearly 2,000 archive repositories of various types in England. This paper analyzes the Title 17, U.S. Code copyright law which applies and can only be enforced in the U.S. The Title 17, U.S. Code is given to original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical and other forms of artistic works which give the owner of the work in question the permission to reproduce said work. This paper details the significance of China's copyright laws on America while delving into the vast differences between China's perception of archived and documented material to that of the western world. The writer examines the growing field of online archives and libraries. This in-depth and informative paper also contains pertinent data and statistics relevant to this specific topic. According to published figures there are 1.5 million visits a year to archives while up to 75% of those who visit do so for private or personal research.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Archives and the Copyright Provisions in the West
Archives and the Copyright Provisions in China
Discussion
Bibliography
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"The term copyright has to be explained to some extent. Copying takes place in a number of instances and can be considered when a single copy is made of an article through photocopying, downloading pages from a Web site, or seeing a picture that has been loaded in the digital format. In all these instances, there is no violation of the rights of the copyright holder, as they may be considered to be a fair use of the facility. Since the question of copying is involved, there has to be an understanding as to whether there are violations of any rights of the copyright holder. The permissions have to be given when certain actions are involved like a movie version from a book, translation of a book into other languages, etc. In these cases, the rights of the copyright holder are involved, and it does not matter from where the person desirous of making the change got hold of the material. It depends on the copyright holder to say how the work for which they are holding copyright will be distributed to the public at large."
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Orientalism, 2006.
A critical analysis of the term, "Orientalism" and the debate surrounding it.
2,058 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 103.95
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"Orientalism" centers on the study of Near and Far Eastern society and culture, including most of Asia and the Middle East, typically through the expression of art, by the Western world. The term "Orientalism" is becoming outmoded due to the debate of whether or not Orientalist artists' works were simply a portrayal of the Near and Far Eastern society at the time, or a prejudiced stereotypical portrayal that had a negative impact on both societies. This latter belief was most famously articulated by Edward Said, in his various works, but most notably his book "Orientalism". It is these two divergent critical analyses that this paper focuses upon.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Edward Said's Analysis of Orientalism
Proponents of Orientalism
Conclusion
References
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"In fact, Said (1979) believed that the crucial turning point in history was Napolean's conquest of Egypt. Warraq (2002), on the other hand, notes that Egypt was not simply a passive victim of Western rapacity. The French were forced out of the country in less than four years. During their occupation, the French were highly sensitive to Muslim opinion, as opposed to being oppressive, or viewing them as "other". In fact, General J.F. Baron de Menou had converted to Islam and had enacted a variety of measures to conciliate the Muslims."
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Fashion in China and Japan, 2005.
This paper discusses fashion as a construct of national identity and culture in China and Japan.
2,585 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 33 sources, MLA, AU$ 126.95
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This paper explains that the evolvement of fashion trends throughout history have come to mean more than merely a choice of dress and style for its own sake. Rather, they reflect the evolution of culture and national identification. The impetus of fashion is an integral part of cultural studies, semiotics, sociology and history. The author points out that, in contrast to the fashion uniformity prevalent during the Cultural Revolution as a mandatory symbol of national identity and cultural commonality, more modern styles were introduced to represent a new found freedom in social and political life. The paper relates that the ideals of citizenship and expected cultural and national standards is reflected in Japan in the uniforms that children wear to school.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Cultural Construction
Fashion and Culture in China and Japan
The Shaping of National Identity
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"Possibly one of the most obvious examples of the connection of fashion and the cultural construction of reality is the fashion or dress code that was dominant during the Chinese Maoist Cultural Revolution. Studies and reports of China during the late years of Maoist influence between 1949 and 1976 remark on the congruity between the style and fashion in clothing of the time and the communist doctrine of equality for all. The impression of China in those years was that it was a poor, fairly undeveloped country despite its glorious past."
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Environmental Factors vs. Economic Development, 2006.
This paper analyzes the manner in which environmental factors impact on the economic development of the United States and Japan.
1,889 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 97.95
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This paper delves into the close relationship between the U.S. and Japan, while discussing the mutual advantages of increased economic trade and strategic military alliances in response to a growing threat from North Korea. The writer of this paper analyzes how particular environmental factors, such as social background, political systems, regulatory requirements, educational levels and religions have influenced the economic development of both nations. This paper compares the differences and similarities between the U.S. and Japan on a variety of topics, including religion and literacy. The U.S. is at a slight disadvantage compared to Japan in terms of literacy rates, 97% of the population over the age of 15 years is literate, compared to 99% in Japan. According to the World Bank, however, the U.S. scored slightly ahead of Japan in terms of overall educational opportunities. This paper also presents various graphs and tables, illustrating the scores and economic placements of both the U.S. and Japan, as cited in the World Bank's Knowledge Economy Index.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review and Analysis
Comparison and Analysis of Key Metrics
Conclusion
References
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"Companies that compete within a regulated environment are subject to legal and economic constraints that are not faced by firms in unregulated environments; consequently, such companies are exposed to high levels of determinism which can severely limit the strategic choices available. According to Carlile and Tilton, there is a significant challenge involved in understanding the Japanese regulatory environment for those whose primary frame of reference is the regulatory environment found in Western countries. The fiscal situation that emerged was even worse than that which had induced the 1980s administrative reform movement, and Japan's debt level quickly soared to the highest level among the leading advanced industrialized countries. With the official discount rate eventually dropping to 0.5 percent, further lowering of interest rates was not an option."
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Japan's Economic Development, 2006.
This paper analyzes the importance of Japan's foreign direct investment (FDI), to its economic development and growth.
2,686 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 129.95
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This paper defines FDI inflow as the investment one particular country or nation receives from another, while outflow is the amount of resources leaving the investing country into the source country. This well-researched paper focuses on the history of Japan's economy and the recent significant increase of FDI inflow into the country. The writer of this paper compares Japan's FDI flows to those of other countries. The ratio of inward FDI compared to nominal GDP in 2000 was only 1.1% in Japan, which compares to 27.9% in the U.S., 32.4% in the UK and 22.4% in Germany. The writer contends and explains why Japan's FDI flows are crucial for economic development and growth in other nations as well as on its own shores. This paper delves into the various programs instituted by the Japan Investment Council, which is geared towards making the public aware of the role of Japan's FDI and its overall importance to the economy.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary (Abstract)
Background
History
Statement of Problem
Research
References Cited
From the Paper
"As of September 2004, foreign-affiliated firms employed some 1.02 million workers in Japan, JETRO research finds. This figure represents only 2.4 percent of Japan's total permanent workforce and lags well behind that of other developed countries such as the U.S. at 5.5 percent and Germany at 5.4 percent. In Japan's finance/insurance sector, however, the share of foreign-affiliated company employment accounted for 8.2 percent of the sector's total permanent workforce. Subsidiaries of foreign companies employ the most, at 598,657 workers, followed by sub-subsidiaries at 373,566, and Japanese branches of foreign-owned companies, at 51,218. By industry category, affiliates in the manufacturing industry employ the most, at 37.4 percent, followed closely by the wholesale, retail and restaurant sector, which accounts for 34.1 percent of the total figure for Japan."
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Jung Chang's "Wild Swans", 2005.
This paper reviews Jung Chang's autobiography "Wild Swans: Three Daughter of China", contrasts the lives of the three generations of Chinese women.
1,330 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 71.95
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This paper explains that Jung Chang's "Wild Swans: Three Daughter of China" tells the epic story of her grandmother, mother and herself by focusing on their childhood experiences, educational opportunities, family, including love and marriages, social and political roles and some harrowing experiences while living under different political rules including Communism. The author points out that the first generation is Chang's grandmother, Yu-fang, born in 1909, when China is still a feudal society, with many social customs that have now disappeared, such as binding the feet of young girls. The paper relates that Chang, born in 1952, grew up terrible times when her family was renounced by the Communists; however, Chang joined the Red Guard and, when she finally could attend a university, she was assigned coursework rather than choosing a major that interested her.
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"De-hong [the mother] lived through World War II, Japanese atrocities, and the end of the war. She became deeply involved in the Communist Party after marrying a young Communist. Different from her mother, she was involved in political decisions, worked outside the home, and raised her child, Chang, mainly by nursemaids because she was so busy with her job in the Communist regime. She shows how China was changing, and women were becoming far more involved in the society and in the political process. She also rejected the young man her family had picked out for her to marry, something her own mother could never have done. As the author notes when her mother leaves the family home, "In my grandmother's time, leaving home like this would have been out of the question.""
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Japan's Rise to Economic Superpower, 2006.
A look at the the interactions and relationships of interdependence that characterize Japan's relations with other nations of the Pacific Rim.
2,118 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 106.95
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This paper looks at the rise of Japan to the position of an economic superpower and discusses how the Japanese economic expansion has changed its relations with other nations on the Pacific Rim. It also examines how optimal productivity and profitability will best be achieved through a foundation of cooperation and collaboration of the Pacific Rim countries that emphasize the creation of democracies in the region and an adherence to human rights.
Outline
Statement of Thesis
Introduction
Pacific Rim Countries
Key Issues in Asia Empowerment
Recession and Productivity Factors in Japanese Economy
Industrial Policy as an Economical Factor
Summary & Conclusion
Recommendations of the Study
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"'Japan has the largest car industry worldwide. The agriculture sector is one that is smaller and stated to be "in decline" with "far fewer people...involved in growing food now than a few decades ago and crop production is falling." The most important of all Japan's economics sectors is that of industry with 30 percent of the workforce being employed in the automotive industry. This is a problem due to heavy reliance on imports in terms of raw material and fuel. (Twenty-First Century Online, 2005) Japan's growth rate of 5 percent is the highest among the G7 countries. Japan is expected by many authorities to replace the United States as the pre-eminent economic superpower in Pacific Asia."
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