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South Korea Owes Iran Billions But Won’t Cough Up The Cash

While some countries stopped doing business with the Islamic Republic, others keep engaging in commerce but refuse to pay what they owe. What gives?

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Chinese Stores, Made in Italy

Business models are changing, but Chinese presence in Italy’s business world remains high.

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Bang For Bucks, Why Some Countries Prefer A Weak Currency

-Analysis- BUENOS AIRES — Argentines are surprised when they hear Europeans are worried the dollar is becoming cheaper. But there’s reason for it. Cheaper dollars mean that foreign products will flood the old continent, which, of course, is good for importers. In Argentina, most people believe that a strong peso is better than a weak […]

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Food / Travel The Endless War

Hungry Gaza Farmers And The Price Of A New Year’s Tomato In Israel

Last year, the price of vegetables surged 140% during the high holiday season, yet the Israeli government still opposes the import of cheap, high-quality produce from Gaza.

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Geopolitics Society

Vietnam Will Pay A Price For Its Anti-Chinese Violence

Last week’s anti-Chinese protests led to vandalism of Chinese and Taiwanese factories, causing casualties and property damage. But Vietnam could wind up the worst victim in the long run.

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Why It’s Still So Hard To Find Safe Baby Formula In China

Since the 2008 melamine-tainted milk scandal, little has changed in the Chinese dairy industry. Interest groups and nationalism are to blame.

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