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- 171: Causes And Effects Of World Wa
- ... Germany full heartedly supported Morocco s call for independence from France, and with the British defending the French war was only avoided because of an international conference which made Morocco a French protectorate. The second crisis occurred in 1911, and it was in protest to French supremacy in Morocco. The Germans finally gave the French a free hand in Morocco, but with a price. They demanded in exchange a portion if of the French Congo. Around this same era there was also a Bosnian crisis, which began with Austria- Hungary s takeover of the province of Bosnia in 1908. For this Serbia threatened war on Austria- Hungary with the pledged backing of Russia. As they began to mobilize, Austria- Hungary ... needed, thereby unemployment was on the rise, and the government had secured many debts to succeed in the war. With these aspects , and poor economic policies in many nations present it seemed that an economic crisis would occur sooner or later; which it did. In 1929 the American stock market came to a crashing halt, leaving many investors wiped out and the wealthy and confident without money. In the aftermath, ...
- 172: The Japanese Economy
- ... has been blamed for contributing to sinking of these economic Titanics. With this in mind, the purpose of this paper is to explore the failure of Japanese monetary policy to deal with its present economic crisis. Background and the Problem During the 1980s, policy makers and economists throughout the world envied Japan as a successful model of a strong global economy. Real GDP growth ranged from 4%-6% from 1984 until ... economic recovery its top priority. The appointment former Prime Minister Miyazawa as the new Minister of Finance underscored the importance of the nation’s monetary policy. Japanese officials now recognize the gravity of their economic crisis. In June 1998, Japan’s Economic Planning Agency (EPA) stated the cause of the economic slowdown is that economic and financial systems are no longer effectively functioning (EPA, 1998). In October 1998, the Japanese State Secretary for Finance admitted Japan’s economic situation was extremely severe. Japan’s economic crisis stems from a variety of causes such as severe structural problems, failure to move out of traditional heavy industry, an educational system that stressed obedience over initiative, and a financial system that insulated business ...
- 173: British Imperialism In America
- The Cuban Missile Crisis This Is probably the closest mankind has ever gotten to extinction. This was a time when tensions were at it's highest. For the first time in the history of the world, man could've made the earth look like an apple eaten down to the core. Of course I am talking about the one and only Cuban Missile Crisis. The U.S. was kicking the Soviet Union's butt in the arms race. The Soviet Union's missiles were only powerful enough to be launched against Europe but the U.S. missiles were capable ... Castro was looking for a way to defend Cuba, which explains why he let Soviet missiles in. Castro felt that after the failure of the Bay of Pigs, a second attack was inevitable. The real crisis for the U.S. didn't occur until October 15, 1962 when reconnaissance photographs showed that Soviet missiles were under construction in Cuba. After a week of intense debate, Kennedy decided to impose a ...
- 174: The Economic Growth of Asia
- The Economic Growth of Asia World War 2 in the mid-90's drew a hard blow and left a serious and lasting effect to many Asian countries. This however, did not hamper the growth of countries such as China, Japan and Vietnam as their government were taking serious steps to recover economically. Thus, the global market cannot deny a place for these 'Asian Dragons', because these countries are growing at a tremendous pace to the extent of being capable in emerging as global market leaders. China's capitalism and boom was born when their president, Deng Xiaoping permitted ... They simply could grow what the wished, for the sale to the government or to private markets. This led to furious rebuilding and inflow of foreign investments. All this enabled China to remake itself into Asian's hub of finance, trade and culture. By 1984, they were producing more than $1 million worth of rice and a range of side products, including rice wine. Their residential earning was up to ...
- 175: Malthus
- ... uncertain since natural disasters are unpredictable and may increase if the forecasted effects of global warming materialize. Also, environmental degradation is increasing while water allocations are decreasing. Society will not be suddenly surprised by a “crisis point” at which food supplies are no longer adequate. Todays isolated anarchy and famine (which is politically inspired) in Africa could easily turn into a world wide sustenance inspired problem during the first half of ... numbers are not important, the message is that major problems appear imminent in the first half of the next century. Today’s Youger Generations are in Trouble Society will not be suddenly surprised by a “crisis point” at which food supplies are no longer adequate. Symptoms of the crisis will begin to appear long before the crisis is reached. Today's youger generations are being handed the staggering problem of a growing imbalance between food and people. Humans are the only creatures endowed ...
- 176: Confucian Values and Japan's Industrialization
- ... and families allowed the government to limit it's spending on social welfare programs and thus channel more funds into infrastructure and industry. Confucianism also placed an emphasis on self-cultivation which has helped East Asian Countries to have a skilled and ambitious work force. The tradition of self-cultivation like the work ethic that Max Weber credited Protestantism of producing lead people to strive to acquire new skills, speak foreign ... firms to improve group performance. Confucian traditions also placed emphasis on the creation of a meritocratic elite and the use of entrance exams. These traditions were in place before World War 2 in the East Asian countries but they helped aid in the carrying out of the industrial policies of the post-war government of Japan and the little Dragons. The traditional system of a meritocratic elite was adopted in the ... system was also able to create intense competition among young people spurring students to both acquire knowledge and disciplined work habits. These disciplined and knowledgeable workers were critical in providing the workers that made East Asian Industries successful. Confucian traditions were not the sole cause of industrialization in Japan and the four little dragons. An analysis of other Asian nations such as Thailand, China, Vietnam, Burma, and Laos show that ...
- 177: Location Analysis of a Franchise Resturaunt
- ... publicity that was attained through Expo 86 spawned interest from businessmen in other countries which would later result in growth. The restaurant took its first steps to expand into the international market when the first Asian outlet was opened in Tai-chung, Taiwan in the year 1988. Further development of a stronger network of Boston Pizza restaurants throughout the Pacific Rim is of primary interest. Treliving has spoken for Boston Pizza: "Our plan is to develop the Asian market through joint ventures with Asian partners" ("30 years", 79). By developing through joint ventures with Asian partners, Boston Pizza can "tap into the local culture"("30 years", 79) as it moves into the foreign markets. Boston Pizza can then ...
- 178: General Denis Sassou Nguesso and The Congo-Brazzaville Conflict
- ... largest oil producer, with vast untapped reserves, means French and US oil companies also took a keen interest in developments, regional observers say. The mediation effort Reluctant to become involved, but anxious to contain the crisis, the international community finally agreed a peacekeeping plan - pushed by France - for the dispatch of an inter-African peacekeeping force. Despite suspicions over Paris' motives, the UN Security Council endorsed a proposal for a total ... URD-PCT alliance 49. Alleging serious voting irregularities, the URD-PCT boycotted the second round. Kolelas, the leader of MCCDI and URD announced a rival government and called for a civil disobedience campaign. The political crisis precipitated violent conflict between rival militia. The supreme court ruled that some irregularities had occurred in the election, and after international mediation, the first round was re-run in October. The 'Presidential Group' held on ... province is the heartland of Sassou Nguesso. His ethnic group the Mbochi (about 15 percent of the population), are disproportionately represented in the army. Kolelas' constituency is the Pool region around Brazzaville. The 1993/94 crisis militarised Congo's political culture. Out of the PCT emerged Sassou Nguesso's Cobra militia. Kolelas' Ninja militia were part of the MCCDI. An alliance between the two forces was able to face down ...
- 179: Oleg Vladmirovich Penkovsky
- ... people. However, for many in the intelligence community this name is as about household as you can get. He is a legend in his own right. Those who lived during and through the Cuban missile crisis actually benefited from this man's activities. Colonel Penkovsky was a joint spy for the United States and England. He is often thought of as the highest ranking, most damaging person to spy on the ... Soviets built missile sights (Knightly 320). Penkovsky even told them that Krushchev was bluffing and that the Soviets did not want nuclear war (Andrew 268). The U.S. received this information before the Cuban missile crisis began. The United States knew that the Soviets did not have the ability or the desire to fight a nuclear war. The U.S. also gained large amounts of information about the Soviets missile technology ... at the same time illustrate to not be united behind their leader, Nikita Krushchev (Knightly 325). Facts supporting this theory include the time at which Penkovsky was arrested, at the climax of the Cuban missile crisis. This could have been to give final proof that Penkovsky was real. Another supporting piece of information is the kind of information was both timely and the exact kind needed. A third point of ...
- 180: The Importance of Planning For A Stereo Manufacturer
- ... growth and prosperity without use of any strategic plan. However, over the last six months it has seen a decline in sales because of a launch of an innovative range of stereo equipment from an Asian producer. Their main problem is that they do not have a quick response to counter this challenge from Asia. This is because of their lack of planning. As with all industries a mission statement makes ... and it is (normally) this plans that must be changed. In Sonics case there are no plans to be changed, thereby no chance to respond fast to the new range of audio equipment from the Asian producer. Much of the components an audio manufacturer use in their production are imported. That the engineering change and updates are meticulously defined is then important. This requires a ‘material requirement planning system', which is ... makes up the strategic plan. In the audio manufacturing industry new products are launched quite rapidly. It is not necessarily innovative products, but even product improvements from other manufactures must be considered as a treat. Asian producers have the last 10-15 years been leaders in the home stereo market , both in product innovation and in design. Hence they have obtained quite a goodwill in the market, get higher returns, ...
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