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Do and don’ts in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Dress conservatively by covering your limbs. Don’t sit with your feet pointing towards a family altar if you are staying in someone’s house. Don’t take pictures of anything to do with the military, this can be considered a breach of national security and you don’t want to see the inside of a Vietnamese jail. What […]

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What are Thailand’s main imports?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Imports The top imports of Thailand are Crude Petroleum ($18.3B), Integrated Circuits ($8.5B), Petroleum Gas ($7.09B), Vehicle Parts ($6.15B), and Gold ($5.12B), importing mostly from China ($45.7B), Japan ($28.9B), United States ($13.7B), Malaysia ($13B), and Singapore ($9.03B). What are the main exports and imports of Thailand? Thailand is an export oriented economy with exports accounting […]

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Where is night street in Bangkok?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Sukhumvit Road is known for having some of the best nightlife options in Bangkok. With trendy bars, great shopping, plenty of upscale restaurants and nightclubs, Sukhumvit Road is a great location for tourists to visit. Where is the nightlife in Bangkok? Something you can’t miss during your trip to Bangkok is the nightlife street parties […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bangkok, Thailand

What should I pack for Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The ultimate Nepal packing list Get comfortable hiking shoes but don’t forget about slippers. Water bottle with a built-in filter. Nepal Power Adapter. Virtual Private Network (VPN) Sunscreen and sun hat. Rain-jacket. Activated Charcoal. 8. Female Urination Device. What should I pack for Kathmandu? Clothing & Footwear Quick-drying trousers and shorts or skirt. Quick-drying short […]

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Where is the most beautiful city in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The 10 Most Beautiful Towns In Thailand Chiang Rai. Located at the northern tip of the country, beautiful Chiang Rai is often underrated, even though it boasts some of the most intricate temples in Thailand and is a gateway to the Golden Triangle. Kanchanaburi. Krabi. Sukhothai. Pai. Chiang Mai. Ko Samet. Ayutthaya. Where is the […]

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What is the location of the Borneo rainforest?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Geographically the island is divided by central highlands that run diagonally from Sabah state (Malaysia) in northeastern Borneo to southwestern Borneo, roughly forming the border between West and Central Kalimantan (Indonesia). Where is Borneo rainforest located? The Borneo lowland rain forests is an ecoregion, within the tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests biome, of the […]

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Does Laos have a king?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Kingdom of Laos was a constitutional monarchy that ruled Laos beginning with its independence on 9 November 1953.Kingdom of Laos. Kingdom of Laos ພຣະຣາຊອານາຈັກລາວ (Lao) Royaume du Laos (French) King • 1953–1959 Sisavang Vong • 1959–1975 Sisavang Vatthana Prime Minister Does Laos have a royal family? All is not lost for Lao royalty. The […]

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Why did it take so long for Japan to surrender in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Most likely they would have fought until the U.S. occupied all of Japan. The estimated casualties (military and civilian) from fighting on mainland Japan would have exceeded the casualties from both bombs. The shock of a bomb that strong scared Japan into surrendering. Why did Japan surrender so late? Hours later, the United States dropped […]

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What are the pros and cons of living in Shanghai?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Accommodation in Shanghai + PRO: Variety and convenience in the property market. – CON: Difficult balance between pricing and location. + PRO: Variety of activities. + PRO: Travelling around the city is easy. – CON: Rush-hour traffic can be chaotic. – CON: Weather. + PRO: Little to no crime. What are the cons of living […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: China, Shanghai

Is laptop allowed in Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

This restricts the carry-on of electrical items that are larger than 16cms x 9.3cms x 1.5cms, including laptops, tablets and larger mobile phones. What is not allowed in Maldives? It is an offence to import the following items into Maldives: explosives, weapons, firearms, ammunition, pornographic material, materials deemed contrary to Islam including ‘idols for worship’ […]

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Who unified Japan first?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Timeline Time Event 1585 Hashiba Hideyoshi is granted title of Kampaku, establishing his predominant authority; he is granted the surname Toyotomi a year after. 1590 Siege of Odawara: Toyotomi Hideyoshi defeats the Hōjō clan, unifying Japan under his rule 1592 First invasion of Korea 1597 Second invasion of Korea Who was the first […]

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How many Japanese companies are there in Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

1,500 Japanese companies. 04 Oct 2020 “There are now in total about 1,500 Japanese companies in Malaysia and these companies have contributed to industrialize Malaysia. About 40 per cent of Malaysia’s export is from the E&E sector and this E&E sector has traditionally been exactly the areas of focus of Japanese direct investment. How many […]

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Is it expensive in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Is Japan Expensive?The truth is, Japan is probably not as expensive as you think! While it may be pricier than countries like China, Thailand, and Vietnam, to the surprise of many travelers, it’s generally less expensive than places such as Singapore, the U.K., Australia, and Scandinavia. How much money do you need per day in […]

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What makes Sri Lanka competitive to the international market?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The competitiveness of Sri Lanka’s firms depends on their ability to get products to foreign markets in a timely and cost-effective way. Improving access to enabling infrastructure and cutting costly and burdensome trade-related procedures are essential in this regard. Why international trade is important to Sri Lanka? Our country is not self-sufficient and international trade […]

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Is Shanghai a safe place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Personal Safety Shanghai is a very safe place to live as an expat. It was ranked one of the safest cities in China because of its low crime rates. While most crimes are limited to pick-pocketing and minor thefts on public transport, expats are advised to keep to well-lit areas of the city at night. […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: China, Shanghai

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