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Security Awareness in Japan
Security Awareness in Japan 1200 675 Blackpeak

Despite being one of the safest countries in the world, Japan lags behind many other economies when it comes to security and safety measures to protect the country against major threats such as terrorism, cyber-attacks or geopolitical tensions.

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China’s 19th Party Congress: What You Should Know
China’s 19th Party Congress: What You Should Know 1200 675 Blackpeak

China is at a critical turning point as the 19th Party Congress of the Chinese Communist Party (“CCP”) will be underway next week. The meeting will shape China’s political and economic trajectory over the next five years and beyond with key decisions made on party leadership and policy directions.

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Investing in Myanmar: Southeast Asia’s Last Frontier
Investing in Myanmar: Southeast Asia’s Last Frontier 2508 1672 Blackpeak

Myanmar’s robust economic growth and untapped potential have led many investors to name the country as “Southeast Asia’s last frontier”. Blackpeak shares its views on top foreign direct investment (FDI) sectors, key investors and investment risks and challenges in Myanmar.

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Japanese Gaming: From the Bowels of Kabukicho to a Place in the Sun
Japanese Gaming: From the Bowels of Kabukicho to a Place in the Sun 1200 675 Blackpeak

After years of debate, the Japanese government has legalized casinos in the country. Nothing is expected to be built in time for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. So what is behind this historic decision? What are the consequences for the economy?

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Investing In The Philippines: Is The Road Still Bumpy?
Investing In The Philippines: Is The Road Still Bumpy? 1200 675 Blackpeak

It has been nine months since Duterte became president of the Philippines. A shift towards a martial law seems entirely plausible. What can investors expect in the coming months?

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Indian Family Businesses: Risks for Investors
Indian Family Businesses: Risks for Investors 1200 675 Blackpeak

India’s rapid economic progress is in large part due to the dominance of successful family-run conglomerates. While these companies have become some of India’s most successful, several have been tainted by corporate governance scandals…

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Japan’s Yamaguchi-gumi Split and the Formalities of Gang War
Japan’s Yamaguchi-gumi Split and the Formalities of Gang War 1200 674 Blackpeak

In the wake of the recent split of the Yamaguchi-gumi, Japan’s largest organized crime group, Blackpeak has insights and an infographic to decipher the yakuza world and its recent events.

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Investing In The Philippines: A Bumpy Road Ahead?
Investing In The Philippines: A Bumpy Road Ahead? 1200 675 Blackpeak

Post the Philippines’ elections, Blackpeak shares its views on the incoming Duterte regime and how it may affect investment risks in the Philippines.

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