Essays and Research Papers on Miscellaneous (Asian Studies)

A 5 page overview of the history of the conflict between India and Pakistan which has raged on since 1947. Traces Kashmir's quest for independence and identifies Pakistan as the current aggressor in the affair. Concludes, however, that peace will not come with the pointing of fingers, peace will only come with a ...

A 5 page paper which examines Vietnamese culture, including its history/heritage; norms, beliefs, and values; customs; institutions; objects/symbolism; internal and external techniques. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper argues that the way for peace to be maintained in the long term between Kashmir and its neighbours; Pakistan and India, is not by the use of international law, but through opening dialogue. The paper looks to the history of Kashmir and its neighbours to illustrate how this hypothesis has been ...

5 pages in length. Included in this research paper is a series of information about the country of Brunei, including economics, history, political and social development, future challenges and supporting statistics. This current information is derived from several different sources, the main source of information being the website of the government of the country of Brunei. Bibliography lists 7 sources. ...

A 5 page paper which discusses various aspects and conditions of Vietnam. The paper presents an examination of the history, government, leaders, political parties, problems, and economic situation of the country. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

8 pages. Europeans tend to think of Pacific art as relatively uninfluenced. But recently it has become very obvious that tourist exploitation of the islands is in full swing. It is obvious today that the tourism industry's products are narrated by planners, designers and cultural agents more than they are by the actual nature or history of the ...

A 9 page overview of the colonial history of Malaysia which emphasizes the impacts of immigration on ethnic diversity. With this diversity, and the British institutions of colonialism came ethnic and religious unrest which is still apparent in the country even today. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

Time is of such extreme importance in the lives of men - as is the history that is a consequence of the conjunction of time and experience. This 10 page paper provides an itenerary and astimated cost for a vacation to Mexico City, starting in Taiwan. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 7 page creative & fictitious essay (based on historical facts) of the viewpoint of an Asian national around the turn of the century. The essay is written from the viewpoint of a Vietnamese farmer, who believes in Confucianism, and is hearing the words of Marx talk about collective farming techniques. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

In 6 pages, the author discusses interpersonal conflict resolution and communication. Whether it is between husband and wife, co-workers, or even criminals and their victims, interpersonal conflict resolution is vital for effective communication, and effective communication is vital for interpersonal conflict resolution. The two are juxtaposed. Without effective communication, interpersonal conflict resolution ...

This 16 page paper demonstrates an in-depth PEST analysis to consider the political, economic, social and technological influences on industry; The case used is the mobile communications industry in Thailand, but the paper serves as a good framework for any PEST analysis that needs to be undertaken as it includes general descriptions and discussions ...

A 5 page research paper that profiles the country of Indonesia, discussing the availability of clean water, electricity, sewage, the communications infrastructure, nutritional status, education and other topics. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

20 pages in length. The writer helps to analyze and prepare a strategy for the multinational presence of Dell Computers within the economically ailing Hong Kong, attempting to form the basis of a market entry strategy. The elements addressed include country analysis, reasons for entry, identify the main barriers, and key competencies required ...

This 25 page paper provides an overview of the fundamental elements related to the development of the computer industry in Bangladesh. This paper defines the central issues of the creation of the Internet and software industries in the country and the increasing global development in this country. In correlation, this paper also considers ...

This 50 page paper provides an overview of the current literature as it reflects the nature of international trade in Asia, with a specific view of the contribution of information technology (IT) on Taiwan's competitive position. This paper considers both direct and indirect contributions and the barriers to growth that must be assessed relative ...

This 12 page paper evaluates new media and the use of the Internet in both China and Singapore. Does the government use the Internet for control or do the people use the Internet to try to avert government control? Bibliography lists 20 sources.

This 14 page paper considers the way in which information technology has influenced economic growth globally as well as regionally in Asia and nationally in Taiwan. The paper looks at each of these areas comparing and contrasting the impact and the influence of IT on the areas economies both directly as an industry and indirectly ...

This 10 page paper how and why imperialism took place in the Middle East. The paper covers history form the emergence of written records up to The Treaty of Versailles. This includes the Hellenic conquest of Alexander the Great, the Roman conquest, the Crusades, the Suez Canal and the roles of Spain, France, and Britain. ...

9 pages in length. The Asian educational system -- with particular emphasis on Japan, Korea and China -- encompasses many variables with respect to preschool and elementary teachings. While these three countries share much of the same teaching essences with regard to methods and criterion, there still exists a measure of difference among the ...

9 pages in length. Women have long suffered indignities at the hands of their male counterparts. That the female gender continues to succumb to patriarchal oppression in many parts of the world is indicative of fear and intimidation inherent to gender dominated societies. Examining the progress made in East Asia and Southeast Asia ...

This 5 page paper discusses the current government of Vietnam, its impact on the economy, and the role citizens play in government. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page paper explains why women are considered to be equal to men in Mongolia, despite a tradition of patriarchy. The unique blend of tradition and Buddhism seems to have paved the way for a gender equal society. The family structure of the Mongolian people is explored along with other aspects of daily ...

A 10 page paper discussing two environmental problems in China (the Three Gorges Dam and air pollution) and measures that the government has or may take to mitigate the environmental effects. In contrast is the experience of Singapore, which adopted stringent environmental regulations when its economic growth led to environmental degradation. Though geographical ...

This 6-page paper examines the role that the Hong Kong government plays in the country's human resources system. Topics covered include the turnover of the area to China in 1997 and the Asian Financial Crisis of 1997-1998, and how the Hong Kong government has responded to try to create a better trained, more educated work ...

Before the mid-1990s, public policy was based on a welfare state in which the government was viewed as the answer to all societal ills. For example, in the circumstance where a person was without employment, that person would be assisted by the government with financial support. This changed with globalization, the end of the Cold ...