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Countries of Asia

China: China's climate is generally dry, with obscure periods of intense monsoons. Winters are frigid, due to northern winds blowing down from the mountains, and summers are long, hot, and moist. China is  approximately 9.6 million square kilometers. Over 1.3 billion people reside in China, making it the world's most populated nation.

Russia: The majority of Russia maintains a humid, temperate climate. The northern areas of Russia are tundras, and are bitterly cold year round. The record low temperature in the northern section of Russia is -96.2 degrees Fahrenheit. Russia covers 17,075,400 square kilometers, making it the largest nation in the world. Russia is also the world's ninth most populous nation with 143 million people. 

Japan: The majority of Japan holds a temperate climate, but varies from north to south. It is divided into six climate zones, all of which have slightly varying climates, but again, they're mostly temperate. Japan is 377,944 square kilometers, and is made up of 6852 islands. Japan has the worlds tenth largest population, with over 127 million people.

India: India's climate is majorly influenced by the surrounding deserts and mountains. Monsoons typically occur in summer and in winter. The Himalayas typically prevent cold winter winds from blowing in. India is approximately 3,287,263 square miles. It is considered a subcontinent due to its size and isolation from the Asian mainland. There are roughly 1,210,193,422 people living in India.

Iraq: The majority of Iraq possesses a hot, arid climate. Summer temperatures average at around 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Iraq receives little precipitation. Rainfall during summer is incredibly rare, except for the far north of the country. Iraq is approximately 438,317 square kilometers in size. There are roughly 31,129,225 people residing in Iraq.

Iran: Iran's climate ranges from arid to semiarid to subtropical along the Caspian coast and northern forests. Temperatures rarely drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. The country is humid for the overwhelming majority of the year. Iran is the 18th largest country in the world at 1,648,195 square kilometers. Iran has a population of around 75 million.

Vietnam: The climate of Vietnam tends to vary across the country. During the wintery dry season, monsoon winds blow along the Chinese coast and pick up considerable moisture. The temperature is generally higher in the plains than in the mountainous regions. The northern regions typically experience drastic weather changes. Vietnam is approximately 331,210 square kilometers. The country boasts a population of 90,388,000.

North Korea: North Korea holds a relatively temperate climate, with four seasons. The fall and spring seasons are mild. Summers are short, hot, and humid. Winters are long and bitterly cold, due to the northeasterly winds that blow in from Siberia. North Korea is approximately 120,540 square kilometers. There are approximately 24,554,000 people living under totalitarian rule there.

South Korea: The majority of South Korea harbors a humid continental climate or a humid subtropical climate. Summers tend to be uncomfortably humid, with temperatures reaching 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter temperatures are more concentrated along the southern coast. South Korea is approximately 100,210 square kilometers in size, with a population of 50,004,441.

Burma: Burma lies within the monsoon region of Asia, so heavy rain is common. The country receives over 5,000 mm of rain annually. Northern regions of the country are obviously the coolest, with temperatures at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Burma is approximately  676,578 square kilometers in size, with a population of  60,280,000 (estimated).

Terrorism in Asia

Although terrorism is an issue across the world, Asia seems to be a hotbed of terrorist activity. The Middle East lies in the heart of Asia, but this tab focuses on the Asian mainland. To find a healthy example of terrorism in Asia, one needn't look any further than North Korea. North Korea is a nation run by Kim Jong Un. Kim Jong Un has recently taken control after his father's passing. His father, Kim Jong Il, was a totalitarian leader who completely robbed his people of their rights. Kim Jong Il's father, Kim Il Sung, was a communist revolutionary who began the dictatorship in Korea. Kim Jong Il had completely brainwashed his nation, and they were blindly devoted to his causes. He prevented any contact with the outside world, and filled their simple brains with pro-communist propaganda. He was a terrible, crazy knucklehead. In addition to spreading mass terrorism upon his people, Kim Jong Il also threatened the rest of the world with his nuclear weapons. He authorized the test launches of countless nuclear devices. These acts spurned fear in the hearts of UN citizens across the world. The definition of terrorism is using tactics which incite fear in many. By this definition, the Korean dynasty are the perfect terrorists.

Climate Action Network South Asia (CANSA)

CANSA is an organization devoted to "climate change and development" issues within southern Asia. Uniting the southern Asian nations for the CANSA cause has reportedly been a hefty challenge. CANSA has established 60 organizational members within the southern regions of Asia. One of CANSA's major strategies has been to reach out to the civil societies of the southern Asian countries. CANSA's main objectives have been to establish a voice that speaks for South Asia, and contribute to CAN international policy.

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People's Republic of China

China is one of the few remaining communist nations with a goal of achieving socialism. China's government has been described as communist, socialist, and even authoritarian. The government still enforces heavy censorship laws, mostly effecting the internet, the press, reproductive rights, freedom of religion, and freedom of assembly. China is ruled by the Communist Party of China. China is one of five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council. Chinese culture has always been heavily influenced by the teachings of Confucius. Chinese people are generally rather intelligent, and have an innate ability to play stringed instruments. The Chinese Opera plays a large role in Chinese entertainment. Recently, many factors of Chinese entertainment, such as art and literature, have been frightening the Communist regime in charge of China. The regime sees art and literature as revolutionary, and it has imprisoned many innocent people. As far as food goes, the Chinese know what they are doing. With dishes such as General Tao's Chicken and Chinese Pepper Steak, the Chinese are at the forefront of cuisine.

Japan

Japan is a constitutional monarchy, where the majority of governing power is held by the Prime Minister. The Emperor of Japan holds little power, and is chiefly a ceremonial figurehead. Sovereignty is held by the people of Japan. The legislative body of Japan is the National Diet, a bicameral parliament. The Diet's House of Representatives holds 480 seats, which are elected by popular vote every 4 years. The other half of the Diet is the House of Councillors, which holds 242 seats, which are elected by popular vote every six years. Japan has served as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 20 years, and is currently seeking permanent membership. Japanese culture is heavily dependent upon fine arts. Japanese people partake in the production of multiple crafts, such as ceramics, textiles, and dolls. Japanese people are also keen on dancing. Japanese people have a great love for Western Music, specifically American Rock music. Japanese food mainly consists of Japanese staple foods, such as rice or noodles. Fish, soups, vegetables. tofu, and red meats are also common.

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