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Shop till you drop - please

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Japanese government in late Nov 1998 called on consumers to spend their money to get the country out of the recession. However, many consumers refused despite great savings available in every shop. Prime Minister Keizo Obuchi has introduced his new $189 bil economic-stimulus plan that allocates $69 bil for computerized highways and social infrastructure, $49 bil in new loans for enterprises, a one time $50 bil tax cut set to take effect in 1999, and $6 bil in vouchers for the elderly and households with children.

Economic aspects, Japan, Economic policy, Recessions

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The coming rail boom

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The extension of the Trans-Siberian Railway, agreed at a summit held between Vladimir Putin and North Korean president Kim Jong Il, is discussed. The potential economic gains from increased transit of goods by rail are explored.

Railroads, Political activity, Russia, Putin, Vladimir, Transportation policy, Transportation, North Korea, Kim Jong-Il, Eurasia

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Fiji takes a backwards step

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An interview with Figi's former prime minister Mahendra Chaudhry is presented. Now in hiding, he reveals plans to restore a democratically-elected government.

Interview, Fiji, Chaudhry, Mahendra

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