Asian Cultures and Business Management
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of research on Asian cultures and business management. This paper looks at the influence of Western culture on Eastern business management strategies. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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ASIAN FINANCIAL CRISIS AND IMF
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This 4-page paper discusses some of the causes of the East Asian Financial Crisis of 1997 and 1998, and some of the IMF's blunders when it came to trying to deal with the crisis.
Filename: MTIMFasi.rtf

Asian Order & Upheaval
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An 8 page paper that explores the upheaval experienced by ASEAN countries since World War II. Utilizing the historical/ideological sense of order as a base, the paper explores this issue from the standpoint of Japan since WWII, Vietnam after the Vietnam Conflict, Korean famine/nuclear nonproliferation, and how China sits in relationship to these countries--past and present. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Asianuph.wps

Asian Political Questions
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8 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses factors that contributed to the rise of communist totalitarianism in modern China; factors that contributed to the Japan's pre-WWII military domination; China and Japan's nature of political regimes and relationships; and major characteristics of pre- and post-WWII Japanese economic development. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TLCAsianPol.rtf

Asian Status in the Dominican Republic
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This 10 page paper discusses the history of the Dominican Republic and its struggles with its neighbor Haiti, and how these incursions led the Dominican dictator Trujillo to invite first Spanish, and then Japanese, immigrants to settle on the island. It also discusses the fact that the conditions that the newcomers found were substantially different from those they had been promised, and that both the Japanese government and that of the Dominican Republic failed to given the newcomers the support they needed. Finally, it discusses the fact that most of the Japanese were repatriated or encouraged to settle in other Latin American countries; this included those that were born on the island. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVDomRep.rtf

Asian v. African & Latin American Growth
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An 8 page research paper that contrasts and compares the economic growth of countries in Asia to those in Latin America and Africa, specifically addressing why growth elsewhere in the world has not matched the performance of Asia economies. The writer argues that the blame lies primarily with government mismanagement, corruption and greed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khasafla.rtf

Asian Women & Non-Asian Males / Attraction of Culture
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A 10 page paper that outlines the appeal of Asian women to non-Asian males, considering issues of history, culture and the changing role of women. This paper argues that cultural factors, including the sense of subservience of women perceived in the Asian culture, and not physical characteristics, that underscores systematic and sociologically linked attraction and the prevalence of mail-order bride operations. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Asiawomn.wps

Asian Women (Hmong Refugees)
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A 5 page research paper that examines the situation of Hmong refugee women in American society who are suffering from depression and posttraumatic stress disorder. The writer discusses the rehabilitation efforts that have directed towards these women and whether or not these do more harm then good. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Asiwome.wps

Asian-American Gangs In The Nineteenth And Twentieth Centuries
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7 pages in length. The existing and ever-growing power of Asian-American gangs during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries have proven to impact both the Asian and American communities in profound ways. So prevalent has the violent activity been that there have been several attempts to diffuse the gang's activity and finally bring peace to the communities of color, most times with failed results. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCAgang.wps

Asian-Americans And The Immigration Act Of 1965
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A 5 page paper that discuses immigration laws. Prior to 1965, quotas existed based on national origin that were particularly limiting to Asians. When the new law was passed, the numbers of Asians immigrating to this country soared. The effects of the law are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGasian.wps

ASIANS AND HISPANICS IN TEXAS
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This 5-page paper discusses the Asian and Hispanic communities in Texas, their histories and their impact on the Lone Star State. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTashicu.rtf

Aspects of China
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A fifteen page paper which looks at various aspects of China, including the importance of religious systems such as Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism and the rise of the National Party and Communist Party in modern China. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: JLchina2.wps

Assessment of Singapore and Mexico for Business Expansion
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Technology and Demographics: A 9 page paper discussing the demography, technology and infrastructure of Singapore and Mexico. In terms of demographics, technology and infrastructure, Singapore is acceptable on all points and in all areas. Mexico can be acceptable for Riordan's purposes as well, but the company will need to assess the conditions of specific areas identified as possible expansion sites to ensure that it will have adequate technology and infrastructure support for its business activities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSintlBizSingMex2.rtf

Assessment of Singapore and Mexico for Business Expansion
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A 9 page paper assessing the political, social and legal systems of Singapore and Mexico. The two countries are as far apart in social and legal aspects as they are in geography. Both are business-friendly and welcome foreign business, but from different perspectives. Of the two, Singapore is much more selective. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSintlBizSingMex.rtf

Australia And Vietnam
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A 21 page paper. This essay addresses these issues: Why Australia entered the war; why Australia continued in the war; the anti-war movement; and what happened after the war. The writer ends with a commentary, which discusses whether or not entering the war was a good or wise decision, if the public really understood their nation's involvement and what were Australia's goals for entering the war. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PGausnam.wps

Australia's Global Links
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This 5 page paper discusses various aspects of Australian life, including its defense, the economy, technology and tourism, among others. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Australia: International Affairs and the Impact of World War II
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A 6 page discussion of Australia’s transition from a country that concentrated almost exclusively on her own domestic affairs to one that is now fully integrated in world society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPaustraliaWWII.rtf

Australian History – Four Issues
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A 14 page paper. Four issues in Australian history are discussed: the changes in the roles and lives of women; some of the notable persons in the 20th century; why there was a surge in home ownership in the 1950s and the reasons for the moral panic concerning adolescents in the 1950s. bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PGaus4i.rtf

Balinese Culture: A Holistic View
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A 5 page discussion of the interconnectivity of many aspects of Balinese culture and lifeways. Provides numerous examples of this interconnectivity ranging from daily life ways to elaborate ritual. Explains that Balinese religion is one of the primary examples of this interconnectivity but even aspects such as a child’s play has deep cultural meanings and an interconnectivity and relationship with seemingly unrelated aspects of that culture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPbali.wps

Ban Zhao and Her Influence
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A 6 page paper which examines the life and influence of Ban Zhao on other Asian women writers. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAzhao.rtf

Bangladesh
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of the country of Bangladesh. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHBangla.rtf

Bangladesh and US Foreign Policy
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A 5 page paper discussing US interest in Bangladesh and describing present foreign policy to that country. Bangladesh is a developing nation less open to US interests than many other secular nations, but still “negatively neutral.” Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSforPolBang.rtf

Basic Philosophical Differences between Zen, Buddhism and Taoism
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This is a 4 page paper describing some of the basic differences and relationships between Buddhism, Taoism and Zen. The differences between Buddhism, Taoism and Zen are based on the level of definition allowed within each belief. Buddhism based on the life of Buddha around 500 B.C. and has defined truths, paths, precepts, and jewels in order for individuals to eventually reach Enlightenment through meditation. Buddhism has certain doctrines which take into account individuals’ treatment of others and themselves in order to proceed along the Eightfold Path to Enlightenment. Taoism, is a much more loosely based discipline which is based on writings of Lao Tzu around 600 B.C. and is considered as “The Watercourse Way” or the flowing of nature. The flow of Nature and the ultimate truth, or Tao, cannot be explained in words but does contain certain concepts related to the balance within the universe. For every yin (negative) force which exists, there too is a yang (positive) force. Zen is one step further past defined concepts. The concept of Zen is void of all preconceptions and is not dependent on doctrines, duality or even that those who practice Zen be members of Zen Buddhism as founded by the monk Bodhidharma in the 6th century A.D. Meditation is considered as essential for the basis of all three concepts of Buddhism and the path to Enlightenment; Taoism in the concept of Tao; and essentially for Zen where the practice of sitting meditation (zazen) is devoid of all other concepts and definitions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TJzenbt1.rtf

Bataan Death March / The Dichotomy of War
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An 11 page paper detailing the events leading up to the Bataan Death March, the march, and the horrors endured by U.S. and Filipino soldiers. Discusses the dichotomy of war and relates how, in actuality, the Japanese invasion had some positive long-term impacts. Bibliography lists eight sources.
Filename: Bataan.wps

Battle Of Nomanhan, Mongolia (Khalkin-Gol River) / Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper examines the 1939 Battle of Nomanhan border dispute between the Soviet and Japanese armies. Specifically discussed are the causes of the underlying causes of the battle, what took place, and its impact. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Nomanhan.rtf

Bhutan; Economy and Trade
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This 5 page paper outlines the economic and trade of this small kingdom situated in the Himalayas. The writer includes major products, exports and imports, trading partners and patterns, trade policies and comprehensive GDP information. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEbhutan.rtf

Bibliography/Role of Japanese Wives
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A 3 page annotated bibliography that is in reference to the topic of how the role of married Japanese women in family life has changed as the Japanese economy has developed, covering the period from 1950 to present.
Filename: khjpgen.rtf

Big Business and Policy Making in Korea -- Problems with the Chaebol
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This 8 page report discusses big business in the Republic of Korea with a special emphasis on the role of the chaebol (conglomerates) that have been a key factor in the country’s businesses successes and now its business and economic problems. The processes and problems faced by the chaebol are indicative of the role played by big business in the Republic of Korea. The economic crisis of the past several years has caused business analysts, both in Korea and internationally, to more carefully examine not only at the chaebols' bottom line but the corporate culture and psychology upon which they are based. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWchaebo.wps

Blood, Sweat & Tears - The Price of Progress in China
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A 10 page paper that explores the sweatshop tactics that are being practiced today in the factories of China as manufacturing increases due to the current economic boom. Included is a description of the conditions in some of these factories as well as a discussion on the ethics of this practice as related to business. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: LCChina.doc

Bodies in Motion: Transformations in Social, Political, and Cultural Landscapes Defining the American Dream
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A 5 page discussion of cultural and behavioral differences which are targeted by bias and prejudice. Typically these prejudices target racial and ethnic differences as well as sexual preference such as homosexuality. Examines the works of five authors: William Foote Whyte's "Street Corner Society", Piri Thomas' autobiographical novel "Down These Mean Streets", Anne Fadiman's ethnography "The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down", director Nigel Finch's film "Stonewall", and "Michael Downing's novel "Breakfast With Scot" to conclude that each provides a unique picture of the transformation of the heart and mind as well as the transformation of the social, cultural, and political landscapes that define in their totality what is meant by the American Dream. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPbodies.wps

Bolstering Taiwan's Economy Through Arms Procurement
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A 35 page paper discussing changes in Taiwan's economy in the early years of the new century and the growing threat of mainland China. Taiwan's defense spending has declined dramatically over the past several years as there has been internal disagreement over the total cost of matching China's increased defenses. This paper reviews the course of economic history of Taiwan and the strained relations that continue between China and Taiwan even though the two are increasingly economically interdependent. It also demonstrates that renewed arms procurement activity in Taiwan would serve several purposes and would have the effect of bolstering Taiwan's economy as it moves from manufacturing to services, the natural progression of an increasingly maturing economy. Includes an abstract. Bibliography lists 24 sources.
Filename: KSeconTaiArms.rtf

Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
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A Reconsideration of the Facts Surrounding the U.S. A 4 page discussion of the reasons surrounding the U.S. use of A-bombs during World War II. The author points out reasons that a growing body of individuals are considering that use unjustified since our knowledge of the circumstances of the war now reveals that it is quite likely that the war would have ended quickly without the use of such drastic measures. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPjapBm2.rtf

BOOK REPORT: COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY WITH THE CHINESE
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This 7-page paper examines the book by Gao and Ting-Toomey about communications between the Chinese and Western cultures. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: MTchinacomm.rtf

Book Review / Early Dynasties
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5 page review of a book by D. Keightly entitled "Shang & Zhou Dynasties : An Historical Examination." The writer analyzes the foundations of Chinese civilization, tradition, culture, political rule, and other developments. Key aspects of the Shane and Zhou dynasties are clarified. No citation.
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Book Review of Tom Standage’s A History of the World in 6 Glasses
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In four pages a critical review of this text is presented. There are no other sources cited in the bibliography.
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Boosting Vietnam's Presence in the World Market
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A 10 page paper discussing Vietnam's grudging and slow but inexorable shift to a free-market economy. Vietnam remains communist and shares a border with China to the north. Though its leaders want to remain true to the communist ideology for which so many died, they are faced with the hard facts of the benefits of joining the emerging world economy. The paper examines the economy as it is and the possibilities of taking a globalization route similar to that of South Korea and Singapore: welcoming foreign investment, but according to strict rules set by the government. Singapore provides a model of how the government does not need to yield its ideology to foreign entities. It truly is possible for the government to remain in control of philosophy while allowing the people to enjoy prosperity. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSVietnam.wps

Border Conflicts Between Tibet and China
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This 8 page report discusses the basic issues - political, economic, cultural - surrounding the border conflicts between China and Tibet. Tibet is formally considered an autonomous region of the People's Republic of China. Much of the 20th century has involved conflict over that issue and how and when Tibet will be 'freed.' In October, 1950, little more than a year after the Communists gained full control of mainland China, their troops invaded Tibet. Now, nearly fifty years after the invasion, the Chinese still maintain their authority by armed force. They have redrawn the country's borders, incorporating huge swaths of Tibetan territory into Chinese provinces. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWtibet.rtf

Brazil & India / Comparison
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A 5 page essay on the diverse populations—their formation and their legacy on today's democratic world. The piece discusses the similarities between the two countries, with brief mention of early history and concentrating on periods of radical change. The paper posits that the main difference between the past and present for both countries is the application of economic solutions and how this is facilitated by participation in the U.N. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Brazindi.wps

Bringing Christianity to China
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This 6 page paper discusses the methods Europeans used to bring religion and their influence to China from 1500-1800; the essay uses D.E. Mungello’s book “The Great Encounter of China and the West, 1500-1800” as its source. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: HVmunglo.rtf

British Empire and India
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A paper which looks at the extent of British colonialism and imperialism at the time of Victoria's Goldern Jubilee, with particular reference to the relationship between Britain and India. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JLbritemp.rtf