Testing the limits of friendship Although it is tempting to blame the usual absence of strong Japanese leadership for the friction, another key factor should be recognised...
Africa
Making customs more efficient Tanzanias trade is made up of a complicated web of up to 27 government agencies and private enterprises.
Ugly underbelly of a wedding As the great Indian wedding season is about to begin, it is roaring business time for all property wallahs as the estimated worth of this seasonal industry is a whopping Rs 1,25,000 crore.
Europe
Neighbourhood: Picking a policy on Russia Russias Duma elections this December are almost certain to cement the power of forces loyal to Vladimir Putin. That outcome is likely to confirm Russias emergence as the most divisive issue in the European Union.
Happiness in art... Papuanese man wearing traditional dress perform during the opening ceremony of the fifth Indonesia Art Festival in Sanur, Bali, Indonesia, on Wednesday.
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