Greece’s New Face
The Washington Times, Special Report, 29 March 2005
After having hosted the most spectacular and memorable Olympics in the history of the Games, Greece is gearing up to utilise its newfound image to boost its economy. Tourism is being touted as the spearhead of Greece’s development policy over the next decade. Having handed over the flame to Beijing, China is regarded as one of the potentially largest markets, as well as large expatriate Greek communities from the United States and Australia. Greece has proven to be one of the safest destinations in the world and has played up to people’s imaginations. A new $39 million campaign headed by Tourism Minister Dimitris Avramopoulos entices visitors to come and “Live your myth in Greece”. Strategic Media analyzes how ancient and modern heritage, from the Parthenon to 21st century infrastructure projects have helped Greece grab the limelight once more, and is keeping the flame burning brighter than ever.
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Unlocking Mongolia's Potential
Foreign Affairs, Sponsored Section from May/June 2005 Issue
Mongolia is a country with great potential in the global arena. Sandwiched between two regional leviathans, Mongolia has struggled against isolation and domination for much of its rich history. Today, the country has left its Soviet shackles far behind and carved out a promising future for itself through bold economic reforms and the adoption of a "third neighbour" policy towards the United States. As a mining boom takes hold of Mongolia, Strategic Media explores the nation's economic growth and its relations with the United States as it works towards a U.S. free trade pact.
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