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Top Links 378 Biden & the oil industry, from guns to butter, shrinking Korea, Pax Economica & bitcoin's mad power consumption

Chartbook • 371 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Japan Resistance Communist Party Art
  1. The post discusses various topics including Biden's relationship with the oil industry, the concept of 'guns versus butter', the shrinking of Korea, Pax Economica, and the energy consumption of Bitcoin.
  2. There is a mention of resistance art in Japan, particularly focusing on the country's opposition to American influence after 1945 and the presence of a large Communist Party.
  3. The post is intended for paid subscribers, offering additional insights and content beyond what is available to the general audience.

The Rise and Fall of Japan's National Public Railway Labor Unions

S(ubstack)-Bahn • 160 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
💾 History Labor Unions Privatization Neoliberalism Japan
  1. Japan's national public railway labor unions faced a significant decline from their powerful past, with membership dropping drastically over the years.
  2. The labor unions within Japan's national railways held significant influence and power in the past, shaping the fate of the railways through radical left-wing politics and strikes.
  3. The privatization of Japan's national railways in the 1980s marked the end for the powerful labor unions, leading to mass layoffs, legal battles, and the dissolution of the unions.

The Art of Propaganda

The Forgotten Files • 373 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
💾 History Propaganda WWII America Japan Public Perception
  1. The post discusses how propaganda was used to shape public perception in America and Japan during WWII.
  2. Various examples of propaganda materials from the WWII era are showcased, including maps and leaflets.
  3. The materials highlighted demonstrate the different strategies and messages used in propaganda to influence attitudes and actions.
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World roundup: September 12 2023

Foreign Exchanges • 648 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Syria Iraq Lebanon Japan Sudan Russia Ukraine Mexico United States
  1. Syrian Democratic Forces faced resistance in eastern Syria's Deir Ezzor province despite claiming control
  2. Iraq relocating Iranian Kurdish opposition to comply with agreement, amid threat of Iranian attacks
  3. Japanese government appoints active duty official to defense attache in Taiwan, potentially escalating tensions with China

Best of February in Asia-Pacific

kalanis • 98 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
🏝 Travel Japan
  1. February in Asia-Pacific had a lot of interesting content to explore
  2. Japan's buses stay punctual with infrared sensors and smart technology
  3. Innovative aquatech startup in Indonesia using smart technology to optimize feeding and increase farm productivity

Japan, of the Future

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 12 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Japan Foreign Relations Democracy Economic Development Infrastructure
  1. Japan features advanced public transportation infrastructure like high-speed trains and clean, efficient metro systems.
  2. Japan's historical significance and economic growth have shaped societal norms and attitudes towards outsiders.
  3. Despite economic challenges and political stagnation, Japan maintains a unique cultural identity and commitment to technological innovation.

Japan Reality Check #6: Elite on the Move

Japan Optimist • 0 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Japan Labor Market
  1. Young elite bureaucrats in Japan are quitting prestigious careers for riskier opportunities in the private sector.
  2. The quit rates among Japan's elite bureaucrats have significantly increased, signaling a fundamental change.
  3. Anecdotal evidence suggests that many quitting bureaucrats are joining start-ups rather than large companies.