Information contained in this packet consists of both general and specific data on Japan. We start off with a one-page glance of Japan with some vital statistics on demographics, geography, government, etc. The overview of recent developments in Japan includes the effects of Japan's four year recession on its political and economic system and the level of change needed in Japan.
The next section, the United States-Japan trade relationship delves into the history of economic ties between the two trading partners and continuing trade conflicts in various industries. This three -page essay describes in detail recent disputes on auto parts, semiconductors, and the Kodak-Fuji battle about distribution practices in Japan..
From general we move into specific topics relevant
to Indiana and its exporters such as the latest trade statistics
between Indiana and Japan and a brief list of best prospects for
exports and investment in Japan. We complement this with a list
of useful resources on Japan, starting with the World-Wide-Web
and trade publications and ending with the names of some useful
trade-assistance organizations.
The EASC thanks Alex Radetich and the GBIN for this excellent report on Japan.