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Is Taiwan a diverse country?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Taiwan’s cultural uniqueness and diversity are the results of the rich blending of traditional and western cultures and customs. The population of Taiwan is around 23 million people.The Taiwanese aboriginal population is around 400,000, with 14 different tribes. All of the tribes have different languages and cultures. Is Taiwan ethnically diverse? Members of indigenous tribes […]

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Is Japanese easy to pronounce?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Compared to English, Japanese pronunciation is easier as it has less vowels and consonants than English does. Further, each syllable in Japanese has the same length and strength, as opposed to English where you have to be careful about which syllables to stress and speak strongly. Is Japanese hard to pronounce? Japanese people can only […]

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Is Indonesia divided into provinces?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Indonesia is divided into provinces (Indonesian: Provinsi). Provinces are made up of regencies (kabupaten) and cities (kota). How many provinces are there in Indonesia? 34 provinces Provinces of Indonesia Location Indonesia Number 34 provinces Populations Smallest: 622,350 (North Kalimantan) Largest: 43,053,732 (West Java) Areas Smallest: 664 km2 (256 sq mi) (Jakarta) Largest: 319,036 km2 (123,180 […]

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How did French colonial rule affect Laos?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

During the French colonial period in Lao PDR (from 1893-1953), France integrated its architectural elements into traditional Lao architecture and modified them to suit the climate.The design of colonial villas, in turn, began to influence subtle changes in the design of Lao urban dwellings. How did French colonization affect Laos? French Colonization of Laos The […]

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Who is the richest person in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

2020 Indonesia’s 50 Richest People Rank Name Net Worth (U.S. Dollars) 1 Robert Budi Hartono and Michael Bambang Hartono 38.8 billion 2 Widjaja family 11.9 billion 3 Prajogo Pangestu 6 billion 4 Anthoni Salim 5.9 billion Who is the richest person in Indonesian? Budi HartonoBudi Hartono holds the standing as the richest person in Indonesia […]

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Was the Korean War after Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Korean War lasted from 1950 to 1953, during which the communist North Koreans (supported by China and the Soviet Union) fought the anticommunist South Koreans (supported by the US).The Vietnam War began in 1954 and ended in 1975, two years after Nixon ordered the withdrawal of US troops. Was Korean War before or after […]

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Is it OK to wear shorts in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

What do Tourists Wear in Bali? Short shorts are fine on the beach but trousers or skirts that fall below the knee are ideal when traveling to small towns or non-touristy destinations. What is appropriate to wear in Bali? Etiquette for temples and ceremonies Wear a shirt that covers your arms and shoulders. Men and […]

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What symbolizes Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The national symbol of Thailand, elephants are admired for their strength, endurance and intelligence.They have long had a role in Thai society; elephants were used in warfare centuries ago, and they also hauled logs and farm produce. What is Thailand known as? For most of its history, the country currently called Thailand was known as […]

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Is Nepal a Hindu Rashtra?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The national calendar of Nepal, Vikram Samvat, is a solar Hindu calendar essentially the same to that widespread in North India as a religious calendar, and is based on Hindu units of time. Nepal remained the last Hindu country in the world until 2008, after the abolition of monarchy in the nation. Is Nepal is […]

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Is a Russian marriage legal in the UK?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

For a marriage in Russia to be recognised in England, it must comply with the formalities in Russia. You don’t need to register it again here.There are some complex rules around jurisdiction in England and Wales so legal advice to determine what is possible at the outset is vital. Are foreign marriages Recognised in the […]

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What is the unemployment rate in Hong Kong?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Unemployment refers to the share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment. Hong Kong unemployment rate for 2020 was 5.80%, a 2.84% increase from 2019. Hong Kong unemployment rate for 2019 was 2.96%, a 0.08% decline from 2018. What is the unemployment rate in HK? Hong Kong’s unemployment […]

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Can an American work in Russia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Foreign citizens have the right to work in Russia legally by issuing a work permit or a patent. Failure to comply with the law leads to large fines for the company, and a foreign worker can be deported. A work permit for foreign citizens is a document that confirms the right to work in Russia. […]

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Is Sri Lanka richer than Philippines?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Philippines has a GDP per capita of $8,400 as of 2017, while in Sri Lanka, the GDP per capita is $12,900 as of 2017. Is Sri Lanka bigger than Philippines? Philippines is about 4.6 times bigger than Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is approximately 65,610 sq km, while Philippines is approximately 300,000 sq km, making Philippines […]

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When did Japan modernize?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In a wider context, however, the Meiji Restoration of 1868 came to be identified with the subsequent era of major political, economic, and social change—the Meiji period (1868–1912)—that brought about the modernization and Westernization of the country. When did Japan become modern? Oct. 23, 1868The modern state of Japan came into being on Oct. 23, […]

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Do people in Thailand speak English?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

While the official Thai language is widely spoken throughout Thailand, many Thais also speak and understand English, though more so in Bangkok and the major tourist areas. Can you live in Thailand only speaking English? Moving to Thailand, you might think that you need to learn Thai in order to live and work here.I have […]

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