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Is Bali part of the Pacific islands?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Bali Sea (Indonesian: Laut Bali) is the body of water north of the island of Bali and south of Kangean Island in Indonesia. The sea forms the south-west part of the Flores Sea, and the Madura Strait opens into it from the west. Bali Sea Basin countries Indonesia Surface area 45,000 km2 (17,000 sq […]

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What countries have recognized Taiwan?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Currently fifteen states recognise Taiwan as the ROC (and thus do not have official relations with Beijing): Belize, Guatemala, Haiti, Holy See, Honduras, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Nicaragua, Palau, Paraguay, St Lucia, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Swaziland and Tuvalu. Which country recognizes Taiwan? Taiwan, officially named the Republic of China (RoC), […]

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What was Japan like during ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

He took over at a time of rising democratic sentiment, but his country soon turned toward ultra-nationalism and militarism. During World War II (1939-45), Japan attacked nearly all of its Asian neighbors, allied itself with Nazi Germany and launched a surprise assault on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor. How was Japan treated during […]

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Is Japan still relevant?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

‘Legacy things’ For sure, Japan remains an important market. Its corporations and banks are global in scale, it is a major investor and the world’s largest creditor nation. But its share of the world economy is destined to shrink further as its population precipitously declines and other countries grow faster. How relevant is Japan? Japan […]

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Does the US give Taiwan weapons?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Biden administration has approved its first arms sale to the island democracy of Taiwan, a potential $750 million deal, amid rising tensions with China.Taiwan’s military M109 self-propelled Howitzers move during military exercises in Taiwan in 2019. Does the US have missiles in Taiwan? Island has bought at least 400 of the missiles from the […]

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How people greet each other in Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The traditional and common greeting is to press the palms of one’s hands together under the chin and in front of the chest while slightly bowing the head. The traditional greeting is often accompanied with the phrase ‘vannakkam’ (in Tamil) or ‘ayubowan’ (in Sinhalese), which means “may you be blessed with a long life”. How […]

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Are drinks expensive in Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

If however you’re staying at one of the resort you can buy alcohol and many offer all inclusive options so you can soak up the sunset with a cold beer! The price of alcohol at these resort (if you’re not all inclusive) varies from around $6 a beer to over $15 per beer, or $12 […]

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Can you drive from Thailand to Laos?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Yes, the driving distance between Thailand to Laos is 645 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Thailand to Laos. Can you drive into Laos from Thailand? It is possible to drive a car across the Thai – Lao Friendship Bridge. Motorists should take the lane for private cars. There is a 200 […]

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Who built Maldives airport?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In May 1964, the government and the people of Malé worked together to construct a new asphalt runway. The four districts of Malé competed for the prize money of 1,000 rufiyaa, awarded to the fastest district. On the first day 108 volunteers were enlisted for the project and 1,563.08 rufiyaa was donated. When was the […]

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Who is the best cricket player in Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Top order batsman and former captain Kumar Sangakkara holds several Sri Lankan batting records as he has scored the most runs for Sri Lanka in Test cricket. He is also the record holder for the highest number of centuries as well as the highest number of half-centuries. Who is the best player in Sri Lanka? […]

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Should you chew gum in public in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Don’t walk and chew gum. (The appalling lack of American bathroom hygiene probably also has something to do with it.) According to This Japanese Life, the Japanese are a little more mellow about eating and drinking. Specifically, they don’t walk around while doing either one. Can you eat chewing gum in Japan? Original question: “How […]

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Is Hong Kong a beautiful city?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Hong Kong is known the world over as a glamorous city and a top choice for luxury shopping. But this city-state is steeped in culture and history, and has a lot more to offer than mouthwatering dim sum and an impressive skyline. Is Hong Kong the most beautiful city? Hong Kong is generally considered one […]

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Does Vietnam have free speech?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In its 2018 World Press Freedom Index, Reporters Without Borders ranked Vietnam as 175 out of 180 countries.”The citizen shall enjoy the right to freedom of opinion and speech, freedom of the press, of access to information, to assemble, form associations and hold demonstrations. Is Vietnam a free country? Vietnam is rated Not Free in […]

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What business can I do in Malaysia 2021?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The steady and business friendly economy of Malaysia has attracted many foreign and local investors.BEST PROFITABLE BUSINESS IDEAS IN MALAYSIA 2021 Export-Import. Car wash & Automobile. IT Business. Departmental store. Construction or real estate business. Laundry. Tourism. Cleaning. What’s a good business to get into in 2021? What are examples of business opportunities? Selling digital […]

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How many languages do Malaysians speak?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

137. Malaysia contains speakers of 137 living languages, 41 of which are found in Peninsular Malaysia. The government provides schooling at the primary level in each of the three major languages, Malay, Mandarin and Tamil. Within Malay and Tamil there are a number of dialectal differences. What languages are spoken in Malaysia? The official and […]

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