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The area of Asia is about 44,579,000 km squared witch is 17,212,000 sq mi. The population is 4,164,252,000, that is the first and its population density is 87/km squared witch is 225 per sq mil

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China population map 2011-2012| Population density maps (China, Asia & World)

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Free printable China population maps (right-click to save larger): Return to China Travel Maps Return to China Mike's travel guide Home Page

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Because Asia is one of the most populated place in the world it has many different types of sample foods such as rice, noodles, mung beans, soy beans, seafood, mutton, bok choy, and lastly tea

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China has not given any approvals for the commercial production of genetically modified staple foods, the country's agriculture minister has said.
Han Changfu told local media on the sidelines of the annual session of the National People's Congress, the country's top legislature, that China is taking its time over such approvals.

"We have been cautious over GM food because we want to make sure that it is safe," he said. In 2009, China granted bio-safety certificates to two pest-resistant GM rice varieties and one variety of corn.

At that time, China was said to be the first country to implement field trials for GM staple foods.

"The government has never allowed any other GM agricultural products to be planted except cotton and papaya," said Han, adding that the country's GM safety regime allowed for severe punishment for any unauthorised GM crop sales, planting and field trials.

China has seen a great deal of public discussion lately on the issue of GM foods, with celebrities joining netizens and experts to appeal for the consumer's right to know when buying GM food products.

However, Han sought to dispel these fears, revealing that he himself consumes food containing GM ingredients. "I eat food processed from GM crops, soya bean oil to be specific," he said.

In China, 90% of soybean oil, which accounts for more than half of cooking oil consumption, is made from GM soybeans.

" Whether GM food is safe or not should not be decided by departments or individuals, it should be decided by scientists following strict standards and procedures," said Han.

China has set up a number of panels of experts to supervise GM crop safety management in the country. Currently, China's laws require mandatory GM food labelling for 17 varieties of GM food products.

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No GM staple foods approved in China, says agri minister

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China has not given any approvals for the commercial production of genetically modified staple foods, the country's agriculture minister has said. Han Changfu told local media on the sidelines of the annual session of the National People's Congress, the country's top legislature, that China is taking its time over such approvals.

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Some one that would use a proverb would be anyone that is trying to give a general truth of evidence or a piece of evidence.

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"A bundle of sticks can't be broken," according to an old Cambodian proverb. It is a philosophy that underpins a network of media-savvy monks who defy the authorities by speaking out against social injustice

By Clothilde Le Coz and Daniel Besant Photography by Nicolas Axelrod and Luc Forsyth

The smell of wood glue lingers heavily in the recently converted bedroom-cum-studio within the confines of Wat Sarawan - one of the oldest pagodas in Phnom Penh - where seven monks are squeezed together, uploading videos to Facebook. Aimed at revealing social injustice and promoting equality, the monks update the series, which they call Voice of Independent Monks, three times a day.

"We advocate when we see people suffering," said But Buntenh, 35, the editor of the series and the leader of the Independent Monks' Network for Social Justice (IMNSJ). "Our survival will depend on the value of our work."

The IMNSJ was born after the results of Cambodia's 2013 national election were contested. The Cambodian People's Party (CPP), which has ruled since 1998, was declared victorious with 68 seats to the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP)'s 55.

In subsequent weeks, the CNRP led major protests calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Hun Sen and reform of the electoral system. Although monks from the IMNSJ - who number 5,000 according to Buntenh - have been a constant feature of these protests, their leader is resolute they are independent of any political party.

"I want everything to stay informal and I do not want to register as an NGO under this government because it would mean I would accept Hun Sen's law," said Buntenh, although he has assured his team he would register the organisation if there were a change in government.

Some have frowned upon the arrival of these 'multimedia monks' on the political scene. In December last year during a speech at Wat Lanka, another important Phnom Penh pagoda, the city's governor, Pa Socheatvong, said that measures would be put in place to closely monitor some 7,000 monks residing in about 140 pagodas across the city in order to "see whether each monk is genuine or not because there have been fake monks on the street". For him, practitioners of Buddhism becoming involved in politics is "a dangerous problem".

Pressure has also come from the top of Cambodia's Buddhist leadership. The Great Supreme Patriarch Tep Vong has repeatedly warned monks about publicly discussing certain topics, such as social justice, and banned them from voting in the 2003 national election. In 2006, when the ban was lifted, he told monks "not to engage in political party solidarity leading to people power".

In a US diplomatic cable from 2006, former US Ambassador Joseph Mussomeli wrote: "We concur with sources who believe the CPP intends to keep firm control over potential political agitation within the main Buddhist religious order like all other important national institutions in Cambodia".

An Vicheth, 23, joined the network after the elections. For him, there is no doubt the group must remain non-partisan. "There is no in-between. If we are trying to do something for the people, we are considered as opposition. If we are doing nothing, we are not observing our rules. We need to define what we call 'political'. We only want to serve our society and are not doing it for any party," he said.

In mid-February, when it was announced that the IMNSJ would go on air weekly to host an hour-long radio show, Kim Son, Phnom Penh's chief monk, said these media-savvy monks were "breaking monk rules" and prohibited them from broadcasting. The radio show was broadcast once on the opposition radio station Mohanokor FM, but the IMNSJ decided to not participate again until equipment is upgraded and the show can be sure to have an audience.

Loun Sovath, 35, who has been cataloguing human rights violations for the past five years and was a forerunner for monks acting as media advocates in Cambodia, knows the dangers of being an activist. "I have been accused of being a fake monk. But there is no law coming from any institution in Cambodia [that can be used] to accuse me of this," he said from his room in an unregistered pagoda in Stung Meanchey, an outlying district of Phnom Penh.

Although he was sitting at his computer with two phones constantly switched on, Sovath wasn't always such a techie: Once upon a time he was a painter of temple murals. Originally from Siem Reap's Chi Kraeng commune, in the north of the country, he started working with international NGOs to advocate for land rights in Cambodia after four farmers in his community - including two of his relatives - were shot and beaten when police removed them from disputed rice fields in May 2009.

His work gained a considerable following and upset monks with government sympathies. Eventually, he was barred from all of the country's 4,676 registered pagodas. "I am followed when I go to the countryside. They say it is for my protection but, in fact, they are threatening me and the people around me," Sovath said. "But I am not afraid. If they speak with me, I counter them with Buddhist principles, and domestic and international laws."

Increased solidarity is helping the monks' cause. "Before, I was the only one speaking about human rights and social justice and I was the only one [the government] could blame," Sovath said. "But now, many monks are doing the same and [the government] cannot complain because everyone is standing up."

A major turning point in crystallising the movement came when five monks were beaten at a Phnom Penh pagoda on election day, while some of their peers did nothing.

"We were appalled to see so many monks closing their eyes because of their fear," said Buntenh. "Now we can resist, protest and stand alongside [ordinary] people who now have less fear. It is a revolution."

These monks illustrate a shift in Cambodian society, where a traditionally cowed populace is beginning to find its voice. Nonetheless, conservative Buddhists continue to criticise the younger generation of monks for using modern accoutrements such as smartphones and laptops.

Sitting in the same pagoda as the IMNSJ video team, a 23-year-old named Sangha Ry was already clear where his life will lead after he leaves the monkhood: He hopes to become a journalist.

"I want to serve my country, not a party," he said with a confident smile. "And I think independent media will allow me to do so."

Keep reading:

"Pushing the boundaries" - A young Cambodian woman harnesses social media

"Minimum maximum" - Recent violence in Cambodia linked to protests over wage levels underlines the struggle between workers, governments and business owners

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By Clothilde Le Coz and Daniel Besant Photography by Nicolas Axelrod and Luc Forsyth The smell of wood glue lingers heavily in the recently converted bedroom-cum-studio within the confines of Wat Sarawan - one of the oldest pagodas in Phnom Penh - where seven monks are squeezed together, uploading videos to Facebook.

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Overpopulation is the leading cause of hunger in Asia and if there are to many people there are not enough job, this leads to homelessness, starvation and you can not make a living for you or your family

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Over a few years, India and China have been the next for destinations for international outsourcing of the biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

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Know why India Is the Most Preferred Outsourcing Destination in Asia

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It is quite fair to say that, today Asia is one of the most preferred outsourcing destination in the recent years. There are many reasons for the global organisations for moving towards the Asian outsourcing companies.
Now, there are many reasons that make India the best outsourcing destination, and here are some of them:
According to a recent survey, there are 80% of European as well as US companies that certainly has ranked India to be their top outsourcing destination. Outsourcing Software Development in India has always been remarkable.

The Population

India has the second largest population in the world. Over 1.2 billion people and nearly around 3.1 million students that graduate every year, the workforce here is only getting stronger.

English being the second official language in India, we certainly have the population where a larger portion speaks English compared to other countries of the world. As a matter of fact, the quality of talent is exceptional which indeed attracts many companies.

The Pricing Flexibility

Now, one of the main advantages that India offers is of the cost-effectiveness in services. Companies are easily able to manage their budgets because of the pricing flexibility, which in result provide them with large benefits.

There is a substantial gap that continues to exist between personnel cost in India and that of the developed countries, which is the main cause of the pricing factor in India.

Exceptional Services

We are well aware of the fact that, cost factor certainly plays an outstanding role in outsourcing. The outsourcing firms in India never fail to deliver high quality services. This has also maintained the reputation of India as a top outsourcing destination.

The Government

Being a democratic country, India certainly has the most stable Government the world has seen. There is no doubt that IT sector has always been on the Top priority list for the Indian government.

There is even a bill named "IT Sector 2000" released by the Indian Government. Over the years, Indians have built IT parks which without a doubt have the finest technology and infrastructure.

The Time Zone Factor

Now, one of the key factors for the companies to outsource in India is because of the time difference between India and the other countries. And surely because of this, Indian Companies provide swift services to the market.

Global Organisation

Surely, when it comes to outsourcing, India certainly is the most preferred choice among the global organisation. Several countries prefer India because of its swiftness in delivering the best when it comes to outsourcing software as well as the IT services.

Being Professional

In India, web development companies carry a professional attitude to serve their respective clients according to their business expectations.

If you have a business project that you wish to outsource in India, Helios Solutions can be your right partner. We have successfully outsourced projects to our clients with satisfactory results. Do get in touch with us or email us on info@heliossolutions.in

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4 Min. read It is quite fair to say that, today Asia is one of the most preferred outsourcing destination in the recent years. There are many reasons for the global organisations for moving towards the Asian outsourcing companies.

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RSometimes Confucianism is Known as a system of social and ethical philosophy and not always as a religion. Confucianism has to do with institutions, values, and transcendent ideals of traditions from the Chinese society.

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An essay on Confucianism: its roots, premise, impact on society over time and modern incarnations.

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People that live in Asia can decided to take action, work and deed. Karma also can be a spiritual principal of cause and effect where there might be from the actions from an individual.

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Communist states are made up of a main ruling party that party works in accordance with the hopes the people that are involved in the working world and generally governs all of the political, social, and also economic well being of the country.

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The informal term " Soviet Empire" is used by critics of the Soviet Union and Russian nationalists to refer to that country's perceived imperialist foreign policy during the Cold War.

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The Caste system was used to control the population of the people living in Asia. They also had society roles and assigned people to them.

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In Asia in 2007 Arable land per every 1000 population was 1.2 km squared

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Aluminum tolerance fix could open arable land

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(Phys.org) -With as much as 40 percent of the world's potentially arable land unusable due to aluminum toxicity, a solution may be near: Cornell agricultural scientists report that a gene - and the protein it expresses ...