Chinas Future Fortunes - Article Example

Learning Journal China Articles Economy: China’s Future Fortunes: Newsweek (October 12, 2009) Commentary The article was chosen because of its relevance to the present economic situation in China. China is one of the biggest economic powers in the world. In the past few decades it has slowly gained economic muscle and power. This article is relevant to this unit because it evaluates China’s present economic status and extrapolates a possible path it may take for the future. The article also exemplifies how China is now slowly opening its doors to the international community; it is definitely reaping the benefits of such move. The strength that their economy has shown in the face of this global economic crisis is effectively showing to the rest of the world that they are an economic force to be reckoned with. I believe that the improvements in China’s economy are a product of its more open policies. However, in order for it to reach even greater heights as an international power, China has to improve its international relations, not just with the Western nations, but also with its own Asian neighbours. 2. Government and Politics: China and the Fights within its Single Party: Newsweek (October 5, 2009) Commentary The article was chosen because it details the present state of political interplay in China’s government. It features a thorough analysis of how politics is slowly becoming more bi-partisan in a country which, for centuries now, has been a unified political system. Nevertheless, the fact that China has already opened its doors to the international community and the fact that it is also becoming a big and powerful economic success story are important factors which are necessitating the changes in its politics. This topic is relevant to the unit because it exemplifies how China has changed throughout the years. And these changes will continue to affect China’s political future. I believe that the direction that China will take in the future will largely depend on who will be chosen to succeed Hu Jintao. An elitist choice would mean a neglect of China’s countryside development and a larger focus on free trade and economic growth. On the other hand, a more populist choice would help bring about a more balanced economic development in the country. We are now eager spectators to the politics of China because it is slowly and surely becoming one of the global economic leaders. 3. Corruption Contemporary/legal Political Issues: Politics Permeates Anti-Corruption Drive in China (4 September 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it exemplifies the gravity of the corruption problem in China. Many government officials have been tried and convicted for corruption, and many more are bound to be discovered for their thievery. In the midst of the economic power and control that officials seem to attain through their political positions, they find that such power is a prime opportunity to amass personal wealth. China’s attempts in cracking down these corrupt officials are points in its favour. However, China has not yet completely mastered the art of preventing corruption and of catching up with these corrupt officers before they get away with millions dollars in cash which could have been allocated to more productive ventures. The level of corruption in China is a big draw-back in its development as a country. I firmly believe that as each official takes away a portion of the funds meant for the people and for the greater good, the general population ends up with the merest portion of the proverbial pie. Those in power end up staying in power because of their amassed wealth, and the people in general remain poor and underprivileged. And in a communist system with a socially based economic and political policy, the redistribution of wealth is hardly possible or beneficial to the people dominated by a corrupt government. Pakistan articles 1. Contemporary Legal/Political Issues: Taliban Why Pakistan’s Taliban win as they lose: New Internationalist (September 2009) Commentary The article above was chosen because it discusses one of the most controversial issues in Pakistan – the Taliban terrorist group. Many Western nations have declared a war against terrorism, and since the Taliban have established their operations in Pakistan, Pakistan itself has been considered a threat to peaceful international relations. This article is relevant to the unit because it presents an academic analysis of the Taliban issue in Pakistan and how this problem is affecting its relations with India, with the United States, and its own political and economic set-up. I believe that the Taliban forces have managed to find their comfort zone in Pakistan. The fact that the government is slowly exerting its military muscle on the Taliban forces is still no assurance that this group would be breached. As long as other terrorist forces exist in other parts of the world, the Taliban forces will find the power and strength to stir up trouble wherever they may be based. And as long as they are still exerting their military might during encounters with Pakistan’s peacekeepers, Pakistan’s citizens will never find peace. 2. Contemporary legal/political issues: Poverty Pakistans Poverty Bomb and the Hypocrisy of Elite Classes (22 September 2009) Commentary: I chose this article because it exemplifies Pakistan’s economic state. Pakistan is one of the most impoverished nations of the world. This is true despite the fact that it enjoys thousands of acres of arable lands. It is unable to feed its population because the corrupt government officials have been consistently draining the country’s coffers. Even international aid has been corrupted by powerful Pakistan government officials, potentially endangering future aid from actually reaching the people. Inasmuch as the international community is very much willing to ease the burdens of the poor people in Pakistan, in the end, they may instead be adding more to the wealth of the corrupt government officials. I believe that a nation marred by poverty, by militant terrorist groups, and by corrupt government officials is a nation doomed to experience more difficulties. Moreover, the military build-up being focused on by the government is making the nation an even bigger threat to international relations and peace. 3. Government instability and civil unrest: Pakistan court rules Musharrafs emergency illegal (1 August 2009) Commentary: I chose this article because it is very much related to the history of Pakistan under President Musharraf’s rule. Musharraf’s rule spanned years of dictatorship and abuse of power which, only just recently, ended when he stepped down from power. However, even before he stepped down from power, he still left many controversial acts in effect. One of these acts was the state of emergency he declared in 2007 where he used said act to appoint his choices to the judiciary. Many critics consider these appointments as desperate moves for Musharraf to stay in power even if he was no longer in Pakistan’s political or legal picture. I believe that this declaration by Pakistan’s Supreme Court is a favourable move towards cleaning out Pakistan’s legal system. Slowly, but surely, Pakistan is breaking away from the dictatorial terms and rule laid out during Musharraf’s term. Through the ruling of the Supreme Court, they are ensuring that their legal system is not controlled by Musharraf or his other political allies. India articles 1. Poverty: Singh’s Rural Conundrum: Newsweek (October 5, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it explains one of the crucial issues in India today. Although, India is one of the fastest growing economies in Asia (next to China), poverty, especially in its rural areas is still very much rampant. This topic is also very much relevant to the unit because it is a topic which has not been given enough attention by the government. India is currently experiencing the extremes of poverty and richness; and this contrast is mirrored by the urban and the rural groupings. I believe that India needs to focus on its present economy by redirecting its attention to its countryside development. India can never truly achieve a more widespread economic development if it continues to ignore its rural areas. I believe that a lopsided development of the urban areas would cause more people to head for the cities seeking better lives. This would ultimately decrease the number of jobs available in the urban areas, and consequently, drag down the improving and booming economy in these areas. Therefore, there is a need for India to refocus its efforts in order to help achieve development for its poor citizens. 2. Economy: Delhi’s Grand Strategy: Newsweek (July 27, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it speaks of India’s economic policy before it finally managed to achieve great economic success. In the face of economic cooperation seen in many democratic nations, India remained exclusive in many aspects of its economic development. Its economic and military weakness prompted it to remain neutral when military encounters and economic cooperation treaties were being fought or forged with other countries. This topic is relevant because, it is an ironic twist of fate that in the current age of globalization, India’s exclusivity policies might now destroy or endanger the progress and development that it has managed to achieve. I believe that it is important to laud and recognize India for its efforts to get to where it is right now. Despite so many stumbling blocks which would have daunted lesser countries, India surged on and gradually got to where it is right now. However, India still has so many problems to resolve within its shores. Overpopulation, insurgency, terrorist attacks, and border clashes with Pakistan, are just some of these problems which distorts India’s image as a globally competitive and stable country. 3. Contemporary legal/political issues: Conflict with Pakistan Peace cant prevail amid terror, violence: India tells Pakistan (28 September 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it shows the remnants of tension between Pakistan and India. Militant groups in Pakistan are always threatening the peace and security of India, to which India most often retaliates against. This is the cycle of violence that continues to plague these two nations. Peace and security are issues that often affect economic progress and political stability in any country. No doubt, the violence between these two nations will continue to affect their economic progress as they both attempt to attract potential investors to their territories. I believe that disruptions in the peace and security interrupt the smooth flow of business and economic transactions in both nations. The recent efforts being taken by both countries in order to achieve peaceful relations imply a genuine desire for peaceful relations. They represent a big step forward towards ending the culture and the cycle of violence that has always plagued these neighbors. Japan Articles 1. Government and Politics How Hatoyama will lead: Newsweek (September 14, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it discusses the recent political changes that are being seen in Japan. The Democratic and the Liberal Party of Japan have long been at odds with each other on matters of political and economic governance. At one point in time, one party was in power over the other. And now, with the recent victory of the Democratic Party, it looks like the balance is again tipped on one side of the political continuum. This article is relevant to the unit because it discusses a very current topic which is also crucial to the current world politics. The change in administration in the United States and the present global economic crisis shall be the ultimate test to the party’s ability to lead the country. As the United States has long been ready for change, so has Japan. I believe that the next few years will be crucial to Japan’s economic and political development. The choices that Hatoyama will make during his current term will spell the difference between the success and the failure of the Democratic Party and of Japan. 2. Economy Tokyo’s Sprint out of Recession: Newsweek (October 12, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it evaluates Japan’s economic performance in the past few years in order to deal with the economic crisis. The economic manoeuvring made by Japan in the past few years have been considered drastic; and Japan was gravely hit by this recession. Most countries, especially the developed countries, have suffered economically because of this global recession. It is interesting to note how Japan has dealt with this problem. I believe that they have dealt with it well. They have made crucial sacrifices – and so have their citizens – in order for most of their businesses and investments to stay competitive. And these crucial sacrifices they have made would pay off in the near future. I believe that Japan will indeed sprint out of the recession because it has managed to take bold and aggressive moves at the most crucial points in its history in order to ultimately ensure its economic survival. 3. Relations with the US: Japan, the Middle Power: Why it’s acting like smaller states: Newsweek (October 12, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it discusses Japan’s foreign policy. Since the Second World War, Japan’s relations with the United States can be described as ambiguous. This topic is relevant because an assessment of the US-Japan relationship has largely been determined by ruling parties and appointed foreign ministers. The truce reached by both nations at the end of the Cold War is far from current. With the changes that have since been seen in the years after the Cold War, there is a need to update the agreement reached by both nations many years ago. I believe that as Japan is currently dealing with political changes in its government, it also needs to address its relations with the US. Japan has not yet clearly manifested its plans as far as foreign relations with the United States are concerned. Until such time that the current Prime Minister makes its move, we are but spectators to these nations’ foreign policies and relations. Indonesia articles 1. Economy: Why Crisis is good for some powers that be: Newsweek (July 20, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it presents an interesting angle on the global economic crisis. In most countries, this economic crisis is actually a big problem; and it is causing the country concerned all sorts of difficulties and hardships. However, for some countries like Indonesia, they seem to be experiencing flourishing economies in the face of the global recession. When other countries have been enjoying economic progress, Indonesia experienced its share of strict economic impositions from other more powerful countries. And now, it has prepared itself well in order to meet the challenges of this economic crisis. I believe that the balance of power in the world is changing. It is also slowly becoming more balanced. Where rich and powerful nations used to enjoy their wealth and their power to ‘call the shots’; this is not the case anymore. I believe that even after this crisis is surpassed, the direction of the economy and global politics will still be different. And I believe that Indonesia will play a larger role in this future economic and political set-up. 2. Government and Politics: A Secular Democracy: Indonesia’s multifaith success story: Newsweek (July 11, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it poses one of the more interesting highlights about Indonesia: that it has managed to successfully balance Islam and democracy. I believe that this article is relevant to the unit because it describes the richness and diversity of Indonesia. Despite its predominantly Islamic people, the country has managed to adopt democratic principles. Indonesia’s political set-up has managed to prove to the world that Islam and democracy can co-exist. The basic principles of peace and stability are after all, espoused by both ideologies. The name and principles of Islam has been sullied by the Muslim extremists, however, at the very core of Islam, are principles that are also supported by democracy. I believe that in the current war against terrorism, Indonesia may well be the prime example which can be used in order to show to the Islam extremists that democracy is roomy enough to accommodate the teachings of Islam, and vice versa. Although outbursts of violence and opposition are still seen in the streets of Indonesia, the foundations of democracy have already been laid out in this country largely dominated by Islam followers. 3. Contemporary legal/political issues: Muslim Fundamentalism Indonesia urged to stay alert for militant attacks (18 September 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it exemplifies the Muslim extremism problem that also exists in Indonesia. The establishment of proof that Noordin Mohammad Top, one of the leaders of terrorist movements in Indonesia, has been killed off has sparked feelings of jubilation from the people. Government officials, who have long wanted to control Islam extremism in Indonesia, are also pleased with the turn of events. Even Australia’s officials welcome this report; and this clearly shows that they are also very much affected by Muslim extremism in Indonesia. They are eager to put an end to these activities, even with the use of bloodshed and violence. With the death of Top, economic growth in Indonesia is now a bigger possibility. I believe that investors are naturally reluctant to invest their money in areas that are not economically and politically stable. Economic and political unrest naturally deters economic progress in any country. And stopping terrorists from wreaking havoc in a country is a must in order to help ensure economic progress. Singapore articles 1. Economy: A port in the storm: By boosting trade with China and India, Singapore’s economy is rebounding: Time (September 14, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it discusses how another smaller country has managed to survive the global economic crisis. Singapore is a little country that can. In Asia, it is easily considered one of the fastest and most successful economies in Asia. Its economic set-up perfectly accommodates the present globalization process. Its small geographic size does not make it an ideal agricultural country; however, it has learned to work with what it has. And by improving its trade relations with India and China, it has managed to sidestep many of the economic pitfalls of this global crisis. I believe that Singapore’s small size has made it very manageable as a political, social, and economic entity. Even if demand from the Western nations has decreased because of the global crisis, its flourishing trade with China, India and with other countries has filled in the profits lost from the West. I do believe in what some analysts claim that for those who are nearer to the ground, the effect of this recession has been quite mild (Zheng, as quoted by Time Magazine, 2009). 2. Key Characteristics: Affluence Affluent Singapore Attracts Luxury Retailers in Force (11 September 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it emphasizes a very important characteristic of Singapore – that it is one of the richest and most affluent countries in the world. Such affluence has managed to draw in the more luxurious and also affluent investors and retailers from all corners of the globe; and this actually helps maintain the level of affluence in the country. It also potentially attracts many affluent people from nearby countries, and again, this helps Singapore maintain an exclusive clientele in order to continually feed its affluent lifestyle and economy. However, I believe that the actual test of affluence for Singapore still very much depends on its ability to maintain its independence in supporting its citizens. Currently, since it has no agriculture to speak of, it relies so much on imports from other countries – mainly from Indonesia and Malaysia (even India and China). And although, this has helped to improve its trade relations with these nations, the time may come when these trade relations may be more costly to maintain. 3. Contemporary legal/political issues: The right to dissent Singapore lifts ban on film about opposition politician (12 September 2009) Commentary I chose this article because of its political relevance. Government suppression of political opposition is an unjustified way of governing the state and the people. Throughout the years, political suppression in Singapore has managed to keep the country on a straight and narrow path towards success; however, this suppression has also managed to stifle the voice of liberty which primarily focuses on the right to express one’s opinion and one’s right to dissent. This suppression has even extended to the control of the broadcast and print media – and, as we can see from this article, they banned a film about a deceased opposition leader. This does not bode well for a country which seeks to portray the tenets of freedom and democracy in Asia. I believe that for Singapore to be truly progressive and democratic in its policies, it must end efforts to silence political opposition. However, I believe that Singaporeans have been quite content to go about their own business without paying much attention to the political manoeuvrings of the ruling party. As long as they get to enjoy successful lives, they can afford to accept suppressive practices as non-issues in the economic and political spectrum. Vietnam articles 1. History: Bundy’s blunder: Six lessons of Vietnam (Newsweek: October 12, 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it appropriately relates the United States current war with Afghanistan to the Vietnam War and the factors which prolonged it. The lessons of the Vietnam War seem to have been conveniently forgotten in recent years, as the wars in Iraq and in Afghanistan have yet to be completely called off. The present wars against these countries are reminiscent of the years of hardship and turmoil that Vietnam experienced. When the war was started, all parties knew why the war was being fought, but then as the years dragged on, the reason for the war became vague. This seems to be the trend in Afghanistan war now; we seem to have lost perspective on why that war is still being fought. I believe that the Vietnam War is an important part of Vietnam history. The country may already have recovered from it; however, they are still feeling its effects. They are still suffering economically and politically. And if the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan continue to drag on, we will indeed be having another Vietnam in our hands. 2. Economy Vietnam Economy Continues to Rebound, Boasts Best Performing Asian Stocks Index (1 July 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it exemplifies the economic development in Vietnam. The fluctuations in its economic conditions show the instability of its economy. Instability often deters investors who are not encouraged to know that Vietnam is having trouble sustaining a strong and stable economy. However, it is still very encouraging to note that Vietnam is performing well economically in this present age of economic recession. This is encouraging to note because inflation rates are common in most third world nations; this problem is often made worse when the nation involved has not set-up contingencies to absorb and buffer the cost of inflation in the world market. I believe that the growth of a nation is often measured based on its economic stability. Once it can sustain growth for long periods of time, businesses within its territory would increase profits and would potentially expand. Being hit by inflation makes businesses unstable as they try to cope with steep increases in supplies and in raw materials. If Vietnam will be able to maintain its present economic progress, it can definitely improve the lives of its citizens. 3. Contemporary legal/political issues: Corruption Corruption, Communism, and Catholicism in Vietnam (12 August 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it covers three important topics which are crucial to the government and the socioeconomic management of Vietnam. First and foremost, corruption is a major issue in Vietnam as many of its government officials seem to be focused on gaining wealth and power rather than allocating funds for social and development projects in the country. Transparency International even ranks Vietnam as one of the most corrupt countries of the world, and this fact is a jab on government officials who are ignoring the economic needs of their people in general. I believe that for Vietnam to truly achieve economic and political development, it needs to reform its culture of corruption. There is a need for the government to crackdown on its officials who are performing corrupt practices, and for the government to implement stricter and harsher laws against corrupt officials who plunder the country’s coffers. Only through these remedies can corruption in Vietnam be minimized or even completely eliminated. Malaysia Articles 1. Economy: Bond issuers looking to Malaysia for new funds (June/July 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it gives a glimpse into the improving economy of Malaysia. As many Western nations are currently experiencing economic difficulties, other markets are being tapped as potential investments. Malaysia is one of these markets. The shift to regional markets has now allowed the development of smaller markets in Asia, and Malaysia has set-up its economic system well; it has managed to achieve market diversification allowing its growth and the growth of its neighbours. It is also encouraging to note that investors acknowledge the benefits of investing and of considering Malaysia as a market for the development of bonds. It is a mark of how Malaysia has managed to grow and develop as an economic and political power throughout the years. I believe that Malaysia should try to maintain these investments and developments in its economy. Before long, when the Western nations have recovered from this global recession, Malaysia will be forced to compete with other more powerful nations. When that time would come, Malaysia’s economic strength will truly be tested. 2. Government/politics Malaysia: Politics Drive Upcoming Anwar Trial (13 July 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it is currently one of the most controversial cases in Malaysia. The government of Malaysia has been criticised many times for its attempts to suppress opposition. Very much like its neighbour Singapore, Malaysia has often resorted to unfair tactics in order to prevent oppositionists from expressing their dissent against the government. The trial of Anwar has yet to reach final adjudication, and yet, his case has already gained so much attention from the government officials and from various interest groups. This attention, in a way, will help ensure that missteps from the government in pinning him with illegal charges would not succeed. I believe that there needs to be an appropriate and exhaustive assessment of the charges against Anwar. If they indeed be proven true, then he needs to answer to the laws of the land; however, if they are only attempts at politicking, then he deserves to be given access to a fair trial based on merits and not on any political agenda. 3. Poverty Government spends RM97 Million to combat urban poverty (3 August 2009) Commentary I chose this article because poverty in Malaysia remains one of the biggest hurdles to its economic progress. The efforts by the government to ease the poor conditions of their urban poor are commendable actions. Poverty in Malaysia is felt not just by those in the urban areas, but those in the rural areas as well. However, those in the urban areas tend to suffer more than their rural counterparts because they do not have agricultural lands to turn to in order to feed their families. The urban poor suffer from unemployment and poor living conditions; and so the move by the government to provide housing to them is an important and worthy move towards minimizing poor living conditions. However, I believe that more productive and generative assistance should be given to the urban poor. Sources of employment and livelihood should be provided for the urban poor in order to make them more productive members of society and in order to increase the country’s GDP. Australia Articles 1. Aborigines Australia’s aborigines request refugee status (26 August 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it touches on the neglected indigenous people of Australia. The aborigines of Australia have experienced many difficulties throughout their history. They have borne much oppression from the White settlers and have been displaced from their homes by these settlers. The hardships that they have experienced have not been completely acknowledged by the Australian government. Their appeal to be recognized as refugees is actually a great irony considering that they are actually the native and original settlers of Australia. Their appeal speaks of a social ill in Australia which should not be ignored. These aborigines have been driven to poverty by the white settlers; therefore, the responsibility should now fall on White Australia to help the aborigines gain financial and homeland security. I believe that as Australia is now enjoying economic growth, it should extend this growth to areas of Australia which belongs to the economically underprivileged – most especially the aborigines. 2. Economy: Australia Global Capital Holds Up (12 October 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it shows how Australia is managing to thrive in the midst of the current global financial crisis. Along with China, its economy has grown by leaps and bounds in the past decade. Many investors are finding this fact very encouraging as they are now finding new venues and countries to invest in. And the increase in investments can only continue to contribute to the progress of the nation as a whole. Economic progress is also a good incentive for foreigners looking for work. Australia can potentially absorb these foreigners because of its various industries. In Asia, Australia is still considered one of the prime areas in which to seek employment. It can potentially help the lagging economies of its neighbours. And I believe that Australia’s expansion and success as a nation is no doubt owed to the fact that it has finally acknowledged its geographical location as crucial to its success as a nation. It is, after all, closer to its Asian neighbours than to (what used to be) its mother country – Britain. 3. Population: Australia takes gold in population growth (23 September 2009) Commentary I chose this article because it shows one of Australia’s biggest problems. Australia is becoming one of the most populous industrialized countries in the world. Overpopulation, in any setting, is always a drain on a country’s economy. The article above indicates how Australia is currently battling this problem. The measures that it will take as a nation would span various measures which would range from the political to the economic, and even to the socio-cultural realm. Since the 1960s, Australia has encouraged the migration of the Whites, and in recent years, the Asians into its shores. However, this move is now proving to be quite a quandary for Australia which has found its territories more and more crowded with each passing year. I believe that it is important for Australia to address this problem of overpopulation before it becomes unmanageable, and before it continually and persistently drains the economy that it has taken so many years to build and stabilize. Works Cited Alter, J. (12 October 2009) Bundy’s Blunders: Six lessons of Vietnam. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Australias Aborigines request refugee status (26 August 2009) CBC News. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.cbc.ca/world/story/2009/08/26/australia-aborigine026.html Barboza, D. (4 September 2009) Top of FormBottom of FormPolitics Permeates Anti-Corruption Drive in China. New York Times. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/04/business/global/04corrupt.html?_r=1 Bond Issuers looking to Malaysia for new funds (July 2009) Asia Today International, p. 10. Chodhury, N. (14 September 2009) A Port in the Storm: By boosting trade with China and India, Singapore’s economy is rebounding. Time Magazine. Cochrane, J. (11 July 2009) A Secular Democracy: Indonesia’s multifaith success story. Religion News. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://pewforum.org/news/display.php?NewsID=18406 Drezner, D. (12 October 2009) China’s Future Fortune. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Australia’s Global Capital Holds Up (September 2009) BRW Magazine, p. 57 Gregg, S. (12 August 2009) Corruption, Communism, and Catholicism in Vietnam. Acton.org. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.acton.org/commentary/541_corruption_communism_catholicism.php Goh, B. (11 September 2009) Affluent Singapore Attracts Luxury Retailers in Force. ABC News. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=8544853 Government spends RM97 Million to combat urban poverty (3 August 2009) Malaysia in Focus. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://malaysiainfocus.com/news/government-spends-rm97-million-to-combat-urban-poverty/ Guest, A. (23 September 2009) Australia takes gold in population growth. ABC.net. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2009/s2694154.htm Harris, T. (12 October 2009) Japan, the Middle Power: Why it’s acting like smaller states. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Hoodbhoy, P. (September 2009) Why Pakistan’s Taliban win as they lose. New Internationalist, p. 22. Khan, S. (22 September 2009) Pakistans Poverty Bomb and the Hypocrisy of Elite Classes. Huffington Post. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/saad-khan/pakistans-poverty-bomb-an_b_292985.html Khilnani, S. (27 July 2009) Delhi’s Grand Strategy: Time for India to start saying yes. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 12 Liu, M. (5 October 2009) China and the Fights within its Single Party. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Malaysia: Politics Drive Upcoming Anwar Trial (13 July 2009) Human Rights Watch. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.hrw.org/en/news/2009/07/13/malaysia-politics-drive-upcoming-anwar-trial Nathalia, T. (18 September 2009) Indonesia urged to stay alert for militant attacks. Washington Post Overdorf, J. (5 October 2009) Singh’s Rural Conundrum. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Peace can’t prevail amid terror, violence: India tells Pakistan (28 September 2009) MSN.com. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://news.in.msn.com/international/article.aspx?cp-documentid=3253854 Shahzad, A. (1 August 2009) Pakistan court rules Musharrafs emergency illegal. Washington Times. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/aug/01/court-rules-musharraf-emergency-illegal/ Sharma, R. (20 July 2009) Why Crisis is good for some powers that be. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 12 Sheridan, B. (12 October 2009) Tokyo’s Sprint out of Recession. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Simpkins, J. (01 July 2009) Vietnam Economy Continues to Rebound, Boasts Best Performing Asian Stock Index. Money Morning. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://www.moneymorning.com/2009/07/01/vietnam-economy/ Singapore lifts ban on film about opposition politician (12 September 2009) The West Australian. Retrieved 01 October 2009 from http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/entertainment/a/-/entertainment/6024524/singapore-lifts-ban-on-film-about-opposition-politician/ Smith, S. (14 September 2009) How Hatoyama will lead: Dispelling fear of Japan’s new leader. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 14 Table of Contents China: 1. Non-electronic -- Drezner, D. (12 October 2009) China’s Future Fortune. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 2. Non-electronic -- Liu, M. (5 October 2009) China and the Fights within its Single Party. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 3. Electronic -- Barboza, D. (4 September 2009) Top of FormBottom of FormPolitics Permeates Anti-Corruption Drive in China. New York Times. Pakistan: 1. Non-electronic – Hoodbhoy, P. (September 2009) Why Pakistan’s Taliban win as they lose. New Internationalist 2. Electronic -- Khan, S. (22 September 2009) Pakistans Poverty Bomb and the Hypocrisy of Elite Classes. Huffington Post. 3. Electronic -- Shahzad, A. (1 August 2009) Pakistan court rules Musharrafs emergency illegal. Washington Times. India: 1. Non-electronic -- Overdorf, J. (5 October 2009) Singh’s Rural Conundrum. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 2. Non-electronic -- Khilnani, S. (27 July 2009) Delhi’s Grand Strategy: Time for India to Start saying yes. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 12 3. Electronic – Peace cant prevail amid terror, violence: India tells Pakistan (28 September 2009) Japan: 1. Non-electronic -- Smith, S. (14 September 2009) How Hatoyama will lead: Dispelling fear of Japan’s new leader. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 14 2. Non-electronic -- Sheridan, B. (12 October 2009) Tokyo’s Sprint out of Recession. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 3. Non-electronic -- Harris, T. (12 October 2009) Japan, the Middle Power: Why it’s acting like smaller states. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 Indonesia: 1. Non-electronic -- Sharma, R. (20 July 2009) Why Crisis is good for some powers that be. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 12 2. Non-electronic -- Cochrane, J. (20 June 2009) A Secular Democracy: Indonesia’s multifaith success story. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 11 3. Electronic – Nathalia, T. (18 September 2009) Indonesia urged to stay alert for militant attacks. Washington Post Singapore: 1. Non-electronic -- Chodhury, N. (14 September 2009) A Port in the Storm: By boosting trade with China and India, Singapore’s economy is rebounding. Time Magazine. 2. Electronic – Goh, B. (11 September 2009) Affluent Singapore Attracts Luxury Retailers in Force. ABC News 3. Electronic -- Singapore lifts ban on film about opposition politician (12 September 2009) The West Australian. Vietnam: 1. Non-electronic -- Alter, J. (12 October 2009) Bundy’s Blunders: Six lessons of Vietnam. Newsweek, volume CLIV, number 15 2. Electronic -- Simpkins, J. (01 July 2009) Vietnam Economy Continues to Rebound, Boasts Best Performing Asian Stock Index. Money Morning 3. Electronic -- Gregg, S. (12 August 2009) Corruption, Communism, and Catholicism in Vietnam. Acton.org Malaysia: 1. Non-electronic -- Bond Issuers looking to Malaysia for new funds (July 2009) Asia Today International 2. Electronic -- Malaysia needs to address structural issues in the economy (21 August 2009) The Malaysian Reserve 3. Electronic -- Malaysia: Politics Drive Upcoming Anwar Trial (13 July 2009) Human Rights Watch. Australia: 1. Non-electronic – Australia’s Global Capital Holds Up (September 2009) BRW Magazine 2. Electronic – Australias Aborigines request refugee status (26 August 2009) CBC News 3. Electronic -- Guest, A. (23 September 2009) Australia takes gold in population growth. ABC.net. Read More