JETRO Focus Newsletter November 2009

JETRO's Focus Newsletter series provides readers with a bi-monthly snapshot of Japan's macroeconomy, as well as other important topics and trends. It is designed to analyze current developments, including those relating to Japan's economy, its business, financial, investment and political environment, as well as relevant social and cultural themes.  Subscribe online to JETRO Focus

Recent editions have covered issues including rising entrepreneurship and investor interest in Japan, the economic integration of East Asia, changing business and corporate practices, structural and corporate reform and the potential impact of postal savings reform.

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Naritaka Nakaishi　（中石　斉孝）
Executive Director
JETRO New York office

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East Asian Demand is Vital Component of Global Economic Recovery
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APEC Provides Forum to Develop East Asia as Driver of Global Growth
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Japan Believes US Involvement Essential to Build East Asian Community
Japan's emerging APEC agenda will build on the leadership of Prime Minister Hatoyama, who has announced his intention to help build...

Renewable Energy and Conservation Vital to Reverse Climate Change and to Restore and Sustain Global Growth and Development
Japan's new government strongly believes climate change will require a global response. When the world's leaders meet in Copenhagen this December, they will hear...