The dominant ethnicity in China, comprising more than 91 percent of China's total population.
A system of government that is ruled by the leaders of a religion, or based on the beliefs of a single religion.
Refers to the US commitment to building up military power in Asia in response to Chinese political and military shows of force.
A seasonal wind in South East Asia that blows from land to sea in October to May (dry monsoon ) and from sea to land on May to September bringing rain (wet monsoon).
A toxic chemical often created as a byproduct of zinc production.
A system of large family-controlled firms that dominates the South Korean economy.
An arc tectonic activity, including volcanoes and earthquakes, caused by the movement of tectonic plates that surround the Pacific Ocean.
An empire that developed from the Roman Empire, centered on Constantinople that lasted from 285 until 1483.
A state which takes leading role in macro-economic planning, strategic investment and n guiding economic growth
The ruling system in Korea with one of the longest continuous political systems from 1392 to 1910.
The household registration system in China that has been used to regulate and control rural citizens' movements.
Meat from cattle in Kobe, Japan. Considered a delicacy.
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