On a knife-edge

Article Abstract:

Prices have dropped in China for three years, and the government has increased spending as a way to tackle deflation. The budget deficit has increased, and debt servicing has become an issue. There are problems in collecting government revenue, which means that the level of public spending cannot easily be sustained, and there is fear that it may not be enough to boost growth. State banks have tightened lending, which has hit companies, leading to layoffs and lower investment levels.

Economic Programs, Administration of Economic Programs, China, Economic policy, Fiscal policy

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Under the knife: Japanese medical suppliers

Article Abstract:

The Japanese government has raised the amount that Japanese workers must pay for the medical care in an attempt to cut rising costs due to an aging population. The fact that patients must pay more for their own care should cut gouging by hospitals, drug companies and other medical care suppliers.

Medical Instruments and Supplies, Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Medical Instruments & Supplies, Japan, Social policy, Health insurance, Medical care, Cost of, Health care costs, Medical equipment industry

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On a knife edge

Article Abstract:

Ethnic conflict in Macedonia is examined in detail. Efforts to achieve peace are also assessed, as are the chances of a peace agreement being reached, or, conversely, the conflict worsening.

Ethnic relations, Military aspects, Macedonia

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