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Japan (help·info) (Japanese: 日本/日本国 (Nihon or Nippon, officially Nihon-koku or Nippon-koku, (Japanese: 日本/日本国?) is an island country in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of China, Korea, and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea in the south. The characters that make up Japan's name literally mean “sun-origin,” thus Japan is sometimes identified as the “Land of the Rising Sun,” derived from the country's eastward position relative to China. Its capital and largest city is Tokyo. More about Japan from Wikipedia »

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A look at economic developments around the globe

from Centre Daily Times 1 month, 2 weeks ago

…underlying the securities - typically loans such as mortgages. MUMBAI, India - India has emerged the leader in small cars, overtaking Japan, as declining sales in Western markets coupled with robust growth in Asia redraws the global map of the auto industry. Foreign…

Engadget's Holiday Gift Guide: Stuff you don't want

from Engadget 1 month, 2 weeks ago

…nettop whose existence cannot be redeemed by any positives you throw our way, not that we can think of any. ~$719 - (If you're a Japanese schoolgirl) buy from Moneual Wireworld Platinum Starlight HDMI cable - We know audiophiles out there swear up and down…

Green shoots taking firm roots: Pranab

from Hindu Business Line 1 month, 2 weeks ago

…here today. He also emphasised that India cannot return to the 9 per cent growth levels unless there was robust growth in the US, Japan and Europe. Mr Mukherjee expressed confidence that the economy would grow between 7.5 and 8 per cent this fiscal. While…

'PES 2010' patch, DLC released

from Digital Spy 1 month, 2 weeks ago

…been issued for December, adding three new balls and ten boots. Last month new squad data, updated player appearances and the new Japan international strip was made available through a free downloadable pack. The updates are available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation…

Iran on top of 2009 Global Restriction on Religion Report

from Payvand News of Iran 1 month, 2 weeks ago

…the world’s 25 most populous countries, Iran, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan and India have the most restrictions, while Brazil, Japan, the United States, Italy, South Africa and Britain have some of the lowest levels. The report found that the percentage of the…

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I promise you that this Pacific nation will strengthen and sustain our leadership in this vitally important part of the world.

—Baltimore Sun Blogs

There must be no doubt, as America's first Pacific president

—Barack Obama, Baltimore Sun Blogs

and the United States will never waver in speaking up for the fundamental values that we hold dear - and that includes respect for the religion and cultures of all people. Because support for human rights and human dignity is ingrained in America. But we can move these discussions forward in a spirit of partnership rather than rancor

—Baltimore Sun Blogs

The United States does not seek to contain China, nor does a deeper relationship with China mean a weakening of our bilateral alliances. On the contrary, the rise of a strong, prosperous China can be a source of strength for the community of nations… We will not agree on every issue

—Baltimore Sun Blogs

And if it is necessary … the United States of America will have your back. We'll give you the strategy and the clear mission you deserve. We'll give you the equipment and support you need to get the job done. And that includes public support back home.

—Recordnet.com

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