Introducing Laos

The name "Singapore" is derived from Singa-pura ("City of the Lion"), a commonly used term since the fourteenth century. The main cultural traditions are Malay, Indian, Chinese, and to some...

Armenia is a small, former Soviet country nestled in the South Caucasus and flanked by their national enemies of Turkey, Azerbaijan. In the south, there is a small border with Iran, and in the north, there is a larger border with Georgia.

Japan is often difficult to understand for those educated in the west. It can seem full of contradictions. Many Japanese corporations dominate their industries, yet if you read the financial...