Southeast Asia Bruce Vaughn‚ Coordinator Specialist in Asian Affairs Emma Chanlett-Avery Specialist in Asian Affairs Ben Dolven Section Research Manager Mark E. Manyin Specialist in Asian Affairs Michael F. Martin Analyst in Asian Trade and Finance Larry A. Niksch Specialist in Asian Affairs October 16‚ 2009 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov RL34194 CRS Report for Congress Prepared for Members and Committees of Congress Terrorism in Southeast Asia Summary
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Asia is the most enormous and populous continent in the world‚ so much so that it has been geographically split into five Realms. These five realms consist of Central Asia‚ Southwest Asia‚ East Asia‚ Southeast Asia‚ and South Asia. South Asia is one the most diverse realms of the world with its continuously snowcapped mountain peaks‚ deserts‚ lush farmlands‚ and tropical forests it is a topographical marvel in its own right. South Asia is bordered by the Arabian Sea on the West‚ the Bay of Bengal
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INSTRUMENTS OF SOUTHERN ASIAN COUNTRY A. LAOS 1.[pic] The khene (/ˈkɛn/; also spelled "khaen"‚ "kaen" and "khen"; Lao: ແຄນ; Thai: แคน‚ RTGS: khaen‚ pronounced [kʰɛ̄ːn]; Vietnamese: khèn; Khmer: គែន) is a mouth organ of Lao origin whose pipes‚ which are usually made of bamboo‚ are connected with a small‚ hollowed-out hardwood reservoir into which air is blown‚ creating a sound similar to that of the violin. This is classified as Aerophone. 2.[pic] The đàn bầu (pronounced [ɗǎn ɓə̌w]; ")
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the USA in South East Asia change in the years 1950 – 1963? The USA were involved in South East Asia between the years 1950 to 1963 mainly because of the growing threat of communism spreading through Indo-China (Vietnam‚ Laos‚ Cambodia‚ Burma‚ Malaya‚ Thailand). This thirteen-year period saw two changes in Presidency and increased military involvement in Southern Vietnam. The ‘Domino Theory’ was a speculation many presumed would occur in Eastern Europe and South East Asia; Harry S. Truman was
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China and India’s Role in Asia and the Rest of the World SOC 335 Throughout history there have been many nations who have had great influence on modern society‚ although none have been as impactful as China and India. From ancient to contemporary times the effect the two nations have over not only Asia but the entire world is acutely impressive by historical standards. In this essay the spread of language‚ religion‚ and economic growth created by China and India throughout history
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Ageing and Urbanization in Asia Pacific Name: ALDARAH‚ Jasem Ahmed A ID No 12409147 Contents: 1. Introduction 2. Population growth in Asia Pacific in 1990-2009 and now 3. Demographic trends and Issues ‚related to rapid population growth in region: a. Ageing b. Urbanization 4. Conclusion :Some solutions and recommendations to the demographic related problems in the region Introduction Asia Pacific region with approximately
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Economy Situation In Asia Affects The Growth Of International Business Q. Search the internet about economy situation in Asia recently and discuss how this situation affects the growth of International Business in the region. Weak demand in developed countries and a slowing Chinese economy are likely to weigh on economic growth in East Asia in the outlook period. According United Nations New York (2012) after decelerating from 9.2 per cent in 2010 to 7.1 per cent in 2011‚ average regional growth
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(TD/B/LDC/AC.1/6); "Problem of physical infrastructure development of the landlocked countries‚ including economies in transition" (E/ESCAP/SREC(7)/3); and "Progress report on measures designed to improve the transit transport environment in Central Asia" (A/51/288). With just-in-time delivery becoming almost a prerequisite for efficient international trade‚ particularly in an increasingly competitive market environment‚ adequate attention must be given to resolving problems in transport areas
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were saturated. What to do then? Industry focused towards markets of Middle East‚ South Asia‚ Africa‚ China and India‚ where there was a high growth. Therefore‚ we can summarize the situation of the industry as follows: * Outsourced manufacturing of handsets * Demands in the developed markets like US & Europe has saturated * Significant growth has been noticed in the Middle East‚ Southeast Asia‚ Africa‚ China‚ India and South Korea * Demands of low cost phone in the emerging market
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The Influence of Asia in America The lines between the East and the West are a lot less distinct and the East and West are merging. Asian companies are becoming household names‚ such as Toyota‚ Mitsubishi‚ Samsung‚ Nestle‚ and Nikon. Asia has influenced America through their involvement in America’s development and defense‚ and also through their beliefs and practices they have carried with them across the Pacific. To see when Asia first began influencing America‚ we need to start with Marco Polo
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