A pointed Nobel: two East Timor activists share the Peace Prize

Article Abstract:

Ramos-Horta and Belo were recently honored for their efforts in bringing international attention to the human rights problems of East Timor. They have been outspoken critics of Jakarta's repressive rule over East Timor. The Nobel Peace Price will help the independence movement.

Achievements and awards, Military aspects, East Timor, Revolutions, Nobel prizes, Belo, Carlos Filipe Ximenes, Ramos-Horta, Jose

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Emasculated mission to the East

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Canadian trade minister Ed Lumley complained of lack of responce from Japan after his recent trip there to attempt to persuade the Japanese to relax some of their protectionist commercial policies. Lumley was attempting to develop a better balance of trade with Japan.

International relations, Trade policy, Commercial policy, Trade missions, Lumley, Ed

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Japan and Canada: a growing partnership

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Japan and Canada are strengthening their economic and cultural relationships. One goal of the Toronto Japanese Assn of Commerce and Industry is to work with Japanese Canadian groups to promote greater awareness of Japanese culture.

Analysis, International economic relations

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