Close shave

Article Abstract:

South Korea's contentious presidential election of December, 1997 comes at the worst possible time. Collapse of the nation's financial system was prevented by a last-minute International Monetary Fund bailout, extended under condition of strict, IMF-style fiscal policy. Jingoistic posturing by some presidential candidates threatens to further hinder financial recovery.

South Korea, Political aspects, Elections, Foreign loans

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Chopper down over Kunar

Article Abstract:

Two Special Forces Chinook helicopter, of which one of the lead Chinook helicopter was shot down at the Kunar border region of Afghanistan on 28 June 2005 by a rocket-propelled grenade. These two helicopters were in search for a lost reconnaissance team in the treacherous Kunar border region of Afghanistan.

Afghanistan, Accidents, Helicopters, CH-47 (Helicopter)

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Buzzing a superpower

Article Abstract:

The North Korean nuclear program is discussed. North Korea has admitted to a uranium-enrichment program and will conduct missile tests in the Sea of Japan.

North Korea, Evaluation, Military aspects, Nuclear weapons, Nuclear testing

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