A Reckless Harvest
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With the world's fastest-growing economy, China has become the world's second-largest importer of wood. International forestry experts say some 40% of Chinese wood imports come from illegal clear-cutting. As a result, some of the world's most vital forests are now endangered.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2003
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Turning on the gas
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The actions of Muslim separatists in Aceh, Indonesia in 2001 are described, with focus on the effect of the closure of the ExxonMobil gas fields in the province and the Indonesian army's severe response to rebel action.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2001
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Moment of glory?: A populist tycoon seems ot have won Thailand's election-but he may be kicked out of office soon
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The apparent win of Thailand's election by the populist tycoon Thaksin Shinawatra, is discussed.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2001
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