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ADB Study Urges Asian Leaders to Take Bold Action

Posted August 2nd, 2011 at 12:25 am (UTC-5)
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A new book commissioned by the Asian Development Bank says Asian leaders must take bold action to sustain rapid growth if the region is to reach its full potential by the middle of the century. The book contends that Asia’s continued rise is very possible but not certain. The authors warn that fast-growing economies like […]

Japan Warns of Chinese Naval Ambitions, North Korean Missile

Posted August 2nd, 2011 at 12:05 am (UTC-5)
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Japan says it expects China to expand its naval activities around Japan’s shores, adding that Tokyo plans to build up its submarine fleet and other maritime defenses. In an annual white paper released Tuesday, Japan’s Defense Ministry also says it must keep a close watch on North Korea, which is developing a new ballistic missile […]

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