U.S. interest in Asia is ebbing at a crucial juncture

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Asian leaders believe that America's once-dominant position in the region is declining. The US government has reduced its presence in Asia and has sharply reduced its expenditures in the region. The US market is becoming more dependent on trade with Asia, yet America is focusing more on investing and boosting its presence in slow-growing European countries. Substantial US presence in Asia is needed to sustain the growth of its exports in the region.

Asia, United States foreign relations

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More U.S. movie stars try to make 'Contact' with audiences in Asia

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Many US motion picture companies are bringing their movie stars in Asia particularly in Hong Kong and Japan to strengthen the box office potential of their latest projects. Asian audiences are more receptive to personal appearances and interviews than to advertising campaigns. In addition, bringing the talents to generate publicity is generally cheaper than launching an advertising campaign.

Motion picture and tape distribution, Motion Picture Distribution, Motion Picture and Video Distribution, Marketing, Column, Motion picture industry, Movie industry, Movie distribution, Contact (Motion picture)

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Religious freedom vs. public interest

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In these excerpts from a speech, Kerstin Leitner, representative of the United National Development Program in China, discusses the need for religious freedom.

World, Brief Article, Freedom of religion, Speeches, lectures and essays

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