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This paper discusses how various authors look at doing business and doing good. Sir James Goldsmith, Senator Wirth, John Rawls and John Locke opinions are discussed. John Locke's Utilitarian theory is examined to determine Locke's view which was against intervening with business interests, since peoples' property must be protected for the sake of liberty.

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This paper is an analysis and assessment of the advantages and disadvantages of doing business in China. It includes a review of China's economy, and some salient issues that confront American firms wanting to start businesses in China. Quanxi and piracy issues are also discussed.

From the Paper
"The Chinese market is being viewed more and more as a treasure chest-a potential gold mine for American businesses interested in doing business in China. China's prosperity is unquestionable. The country sews more clothes and stitches more shoes and assembles more toys than any other nation and has become the world's top manufacturer of consumer electronics and an expert in biotech and computer manufacturing. (Fishman) China is building cars. There are more than automakers in China, making parts for Boeing s and exploring space..."

Tags:China, trade, business, multinational, quanxi, piracy, bamboo, relationship building, economy

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This paper discusses the processes and practices of doing business in India, using Exceed Corporation, an American-based company specialized in offering management consultancy to state institutions as well as private investors, as a case study. The paper explains the reasons for Exceed's expansion and globalization. The paper also examines the considerations to be taken before entering the Indian market, as well as the import policies and certification requirements needed. Moreover, the paper suggests that Exceed research tariff barriers before entering the Indian market.

Outline:
Introduction
Non-tariff Barriers
Import Policies
Standards, Testing, Labeling and Certification Requirements
Anticompetitive Practices
Other barriers
Product/Service Standards
Conclusions and Recommendations

From the Paper
"The Exceed Company would offer the same products in India as they do in their homeland, adjusted of course to the demands and requirements of the hosting country. It would be however improbable that the American consultant be able to contract the Indian government as a client due to their foreign origins and the authorities' fear of foreign intrusion into their domestic affairs. As such, most of Exceed's services would be addresses to the market of private investors."

Tags:globalization, india, asia

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The paper explains the reasoning behind an American company's plan to establish a joint venture with a Mexican company to export packaged mangoes. The paper highlights the pros and cons of doing business with the country and the problems that might be faced. The paper also focuses on the policies, labor and laws of grading standards and business culture so that business may be conducted between the two countries in the best possible way.

Outline:
Introduction
Suppliers
Prices
Grading and Standards
Location
Labor
Labor Union
Intellectual Property
Tax Laws
Business Etiquettes
Conclusion

From the Paper
"We favor importing mangoes from Mexico as it is one of the top ten countries producing tropical fruits in the world. Though several tropical fruits like papaya, lime, avocados and pineapples etc, are grown in the country, Mexico is the largest producer of mangoes in the whole of Latin America and the Caribbean. Since the country has a wide diversity in climate, it can produce mangoes during most of the year. Currently Mexico grows mangoes in over 164,582 hectares producing about 1118,253 tons annually. Out of this, 12% is exported USA being the main export market. Another reason why Mexico is a favorable country to import from is because its mango production is expected to increase to 1.9 million tons by 2010. (Iwan 2006)"

Tags:labor, unions, taxes, grading, prices, suppliers

Abstract
In the book, "Doing Justice", by Andrew Von Hirsch, the theory of retribution is re-addressed. The writer points out how it is Von Hirsch's belief that the purpose of the penal system is to provide punishment proportionate to the crime. The paper explains how the book takes retributivism one step further, arguing that the criminal who breaks the law is taking advantage of the law-abiding citizen and that a proportionate punishment restores the balance to society. It proposes that both benefits and burdens of the system would be limited if the time spent incarcerated was limited.

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"Justice is an ambiguous term that refers to a sense of equality and 'fairness'. Social justice refers to the way in which this ideological term is put into practice. At its most basic level, social justice is the way in which a community is governed: the laws, norms and sanctions that are put into place according to the form of government. With criminal behavior, the issues of safety and moral decision-making become an important component of the debate. If crime is considered an environmentally caused event, as opposed to a personal characteristic and, or, choice, then the type of system is needs to be re-evaluated and reconstructed. The importance of commitment in conventional social control is well established, however, there has recently been an increase in interest and a 'reframing' of many of the core concepts associated with "the need to settle a score" or punishment. Commitment has come to mean the same thing as incarcerated when viewed from certain philosophical tenets."

Tags:citizen, law, abiding, society, penal, punishment, crime

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This paper acknowledges how, in today's increasing era of globalization, more and more foreign companies and individuals are discovering the wonderful, profitable, and sometimes, challenging world of doing business in Japan. It attempts to show how, although many have been lured by the boom times of the recent past, leaner times require a thorough knowledge of the business and cultural environment.

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"Although, relative to the economic growth of the nation (over the sum of the 1990's) has vastly outstripped the infrastructure growth, it must be noted that the level of infrastructure is still more than adequate for virtually any business enterprise in the nation. Japan enjoys modern and efficient railways, highways, pipelines, sea ports, airports, communications, and electrical equipment that rival any in the developed world."

Tags:globalization, business, culture

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This paper compares South Korean culture with that of the United States and how that affects business interactions. It points out the high need to understand the customs and culture of a foreign country to do business there. The paper also considers South Korea's corruption perceptions index.

From the Paper
"South Korea is an attractive market for many American companies seeking to expand their presence in East Asia. English is widely spoken and there are good relations between South Korea and the United States. The nation has a population of more than ... million and GDP of ... billion and is considered relatively open to foreign investment. However any company considering doing business in any foreign market must be familiar with the differences in customs..."

Tags:South Korea, business customs, corruption, culture, family

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This paper presents two differing conceptions of infinity and how they apply to a single thought experiment. The author points out that the first viewpoint is that of Rucker who believes that infinity is as real as any other mathematical concept and is essentially a Platonist viewpoint. The paper relates that the other conception is that of Lakoff and Nunez who believe that infinity is an abstract metaphor whose use should be employed when it is useful, but which is not real.

From the Paper
"In "Doing Business with the Devil", we are presented with an interesting intellectual dilemma that has a few things to do with our discussion of the infinite. At first glance (and even second and third glances) the puzzle seems nearly nonsensical. The words make sense, but the point is elusive. In the puzzle, an individual is dealing with the Devil in a situation with an infinite number of one-dollar bills, which the Devil just happens to collect."

Tags:math, infinity, conceptions

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"Introduction
This research assesses the advantages and disadvantages of doing business in Sweden. The findings of this research are presented in discussions related to the history of Sweden, the country's political environment, Sweden's economy, the country's work environment, and the implications of doing business in Sweden.

Historical Perspective
The Swedes have occupied their current geographical area for approximately 5,000 years, although Sweden was organized as an independent and unified state only in the tenth century. A strong, centralized monarchy ... "

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"This research examines some aspects of the practice of international management, as such practices apply to doing business in Thailand. The aspects of international management which are addressed in this research are production and logistics, the process of negotiation, and social behaviors and business customs.

PRODUCTION AND LOGISTICS
The conduct of international business by multinational corporations proceeds according to well.accepted concepts which have been developed over the past several decades. The changing environment of international business, however, is causing the conduct of international business to evolve from a multinational to a global perspective. "