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  The Economic Impact of the South...

  Anonymous

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  The South China Sea stands today as one of the most sensitive crossroads of the international system – a vital artery for global trade, a strategic reservoir of energy resources, and a pivotal space where economic interests, military power, and international law intersect and collide.
  Through the insights of diplomats, scholars, and experts from Italy and the Philippines, this volume examines the economic, political, and strategic dimensions of the maritime disputes in the Indo-Pacific, revealing how the stakes reach far beyond regional boundaries. From China's military modernisation to the risks facing energy security, from the central role of UNCLOS to the growing engagement of European actors such as Italy, the book offers a multidisciplinary exploration of one of the most critical theatres of the twenty-first century.
  A central truth emerges: the future of the South China Sea will serve as a litmus test for the international order. Upholding freedom of navigation, supporting international law, and fostering cooperation and stability are not merely regional interests, but shared global responsibilities. An essential resource for scholars, diplomats, analysts, and readers seeking to understand how economics, geopolitics, and law converge at the heart of the Indo-Pacific – and how maritime tensions may shape the prosperity of the world.

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  HBR's 10 Must Reads on Public...

  Harvard Business Review

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  Command the room—whether you're speaking to an audience of one or to hundreds. 
   
   
   
  We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the ten  most important ones to help you speak confidently in front of a group and connect with audiences of any size. 
   
   
   
  This book will inspire you to: feel more confident when it's your turn to present; understand how to persuade, motivate, and change minds; frame your message so people really listen; gain your audience's trust by being more authentic; use visuals and data more effectively; learn to be more charismatic; and infuse your day-to-day communication with storytelling.

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  Just Like a Butterfly - A New...

  Kashel Char

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  It’s the year 2004 A.D  
  JuandreAt twenty-two, my existence was crusty. It was a Friday afternoon when I was racing like the Red Queen down the interstate from New York to Lexington, Kentucky, feeling like I would never reach my destination and, simultaneously, reluctant to start my life as a straight-married man and a father-to-be.   
  When I crossed the bridge at the Ohio River, I swung my sexy sports car over to the first R&G (rainbow and glitter) establishment for a martini or three. One olive turned into several before I returned to the highway, wired and waving off my newfound besties, whom I will probably never see again. Their enthusiastic motivational pep talks convinced me to take a chance, find the man of my dreams, and ask for what I wanted.Juandre and Andrew’s Story—Before the Doomsday of 2046 A.D.   M/M contemporary with a paranormal twist   Power Play  Male wearing Moulin Rouge Fishnet Stockings and High Heels  First-everythings HFN   
  Warning: This book contains male/male sex between consenting adults, all eighteen years or older. This book is not intended for people under eighteen.Just Like a Butterfly Copyright © 2023 Kashel Char was published with Stefan Pride’s cooperation. All rights reserved.Just Like a Butterfly, is Juandre’s story. He appears as a secondary character in the New Beginnings series and is a rewritten version of Here’s The Deal by Stefan Pride and Kashel Char.

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  Black Voices Unveiled: Hidden...

  Merrick Clovington

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  Black Voices Unveiled: Hidden Tales of America's Transformation 
  ⭐⭐Simplified Guide & Explanations Included⭐⭐   
  Are you eager to enhance your understanding and deepen your appreciation of America’s rich history through its diverse narratives?   
  Looking for a comprehensive resource that includes everything you need to uncover the hidden stories that have shaped the nation?   
  Your search ends here!   
  This guide acts as your essential companion, designed to enrich your understanding, apply your knowledge, and encourage critical thinking. With this, you’re on the path to transformative insights.   
  Updated for the exploration of contemporary and historical contexts.   
  Key aspects of this enhanced guide:   
  - Profound insights from ancient belief systems   
  - Detailed explanations of impactful black voices throughout history   
  - Effective strategies for engaging with complex narratives   
  Our guide stands out with its thorough exploration, which is vital for grasping the depth of these historical accounts. Themes aren’t just briefly mentioned; they are thoughtfully examined with care.   
  Written in a clear structure and accessible language, our guide ensures a seamless flow between topics. Say farewell to complicated jargon and embrace clear, precise, and accurate content.   
  So, why hesitate? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey to uncover the transformative tales of America!  

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  Flourishing Chinese Empires -...

  Rolf Hedger

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  After centuries of division, China experienced an extraordinary renaissance through three dynasties that elevated the empire to unprecedented heights of cultural brilliance and global influence. "Flourishing Chinese Empires: Art, Trade, and Power" examines the Sui, Tang, and Song dynasties—a golden age when China stood as the world's most advanced civilization. 
  The short-lived Sui Dynasty (581-618 CE) accomplished the crucial task of reunification through ambitious projects including the Grand Canal, standardized administration, and reformed examination system. Though bankrupted by these massive undertakings and unsuccessful military campaigns, the Sui created the essential foundation for the glory that followed. 
  The Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) transformed this unified state into a cosmopolitan empire of unrivaled splendor. China's borders expanded dramatically while its capital at Chang'an became the world's largest and most sophisticated city—a multicultural metropolis where Persian merchants, Japanese monks, and Korean scholars mingled in bustling markets and elegant gardens. This was the era of China's greatest poets, its artistic zenith in sculpture and painting, and unprecedented openness to foreign influences. 
  The Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE) compensated for military vulnerability with stunning economic and technological advancement. Urbanization accelerated as printing spread literacy, commerce flourished through paper money, maritime trade expanded, and scientific innovation thrived. Though constantly threatened by powerful northern neighbors, the Song fostered a refined cultural environment where landscape painting, philosophical inquiry, and scholarly pursuits reached remarkable sophistication.

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  Fight - How Gen Z Is Channeling...

  John Della Volpe, David Hogg

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  9/11. The war on terror. Hurricane Katrina. The 2008 financial crisis. The housing crisis. The opioid epidemic. Mass school shootings. Global warming. The Trump presidency. COVID-19. 
   
   
   
  Since they were born, Generation Z (also known as "zoomers")—those born from the late 1990s to early 2000s—have been faced with an onslaught of turmoil, destruction, and instability unprecedented in modern history. And it shows: they are more stressed, anxious, and depressed than previous generations, a phenomenon John Della Volpe has documented heavily. 
   
   
   
  But Gen Z has not buckled under this tremendous weight. On the contrary, they have organized around issues from gun control to racial and environmental justice to economic equity, becoming more politically engaged than their elders, and showing a unique willingness to disrupt the status quo. 
   
   
   
  In Fight: How Gen Z Is Channeling Their Passion and Fear to Save America, Della Volpe draws on his vast experience to show the largest forces shaping zoomers' lives, the issues they care most about, and how they are—despite older Americans' efforts to label Gen Z as overly sensitive, lazy, and entitled—rising to the unprecedented challenges of their time to take control.

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