Despite the signing of the ASEAN Charter in 2008‚ the recent border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has shown that the organisation places the onus of avoiding armed conflict on the disputants themselves. Following Michael Leifer’s account of the ‘ASEAN paradox’ (1983)‚ this dispute has further demonstrated that ASEAN is an association rather than an alliance. Leifer argued that security matters are addressed bilaterally rather than regionally‚ and national interest prevails over regional
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Coke and Pepsi Coke and Pepsi are both two big companies in the world which are known by cola. Pepsi is the biggest competitor of coke. The Coca-Cola Company is the world’s largest manufacturer‚ distributor and beverage company.(No author‚ 2009-6-26) Pepsi company is also a transnational corporation with long history. Each of them has big market in the world. However‚ a comparison of Pepsi and Coke reveals several similarities but a great number of differences. Coke and Pepsi are similar
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Weakness of Aristocracy: Aristocracy has‚ in common with monarchy‚ but the evil inherent in all kinds of Aristocracies is that they form a separate interest which is almost certain to come into conflict with the interests of the community. No wise and just principle has so far been devised for the selection of the ruling class‚ and no safeguard has been suggested to ensure that the few will rule in the interests of all and not for their selfish advantage. The privileged persons‚ who are destined
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1990 Pepsi Ad: The choice of a new generation Pepsi has always been known for creating daring and unique advertisements. It is one of the most competitive carbonated beverage makers founded in 1898 by Caleb Bradham. From the beginning Pepsi has always tried to be two steps ahead of the times with their ads. With the 1990 Pepsi Pop Art Ad it creates a vivid take on its cans. This was the beginning of a new decade and new ideas had to come into play. Times were changing so companies had to be able
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specific aspects of the political environment have played key roles? Could these effects have been anticipated prior to market entry? If not could developments in the political area have been handled better by each company? Ans: The primary barrier to Pepsi and Coca-Cola’s entry into the Indian market was its political / legal environment as a result of its history. Despite the liberalization of the Indian economy in 1991 and introduction of the New Industrial Policy to eliminate barriers‚ such as bureaucracy
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IV) SWOT analysis of PEPSICO Swot consists of examining the current activities of the organization: its strengths and weaknesses‚ and then using this and external research data to set out the opportunities and threats that exist. A. Internal Strengths • Strong market position PepsiCo has a tremendous presence on the snack and soft drink market. Indeed‚ the company owns 25% of the non-alcoholic drinks market and 39% of the snack market. • Good economic situation In 2008‚ PepsiCo was ranked
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SWOT analysis is a framework to examine a firm’s competitive position and strategy. By examining a firm’s Strengths‚ Weaknesses‚ Opportunities and Threats‚ SWOT evaluates a firm’s strategies to exploit its competitive advantages or defend against its weaknesses. Strengths and Weaknesses involve identifying the firm’s internal abilities or disadvantages‚ while Opportunities and Threats involve identifying external factors such as competitive forces‚ development of new technology‚ governmental intervention
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Dunkelburger‚ Anthony‚ Williams and Zhang‚ children with speech sound disorders (SSD) demonstrate delayed achievement of developmentally appropriate speech sounds‚ resulting in reduced intelligibility of their speech. The authors hypothesized that the weakness in students ability to hear sounds and print with
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percent. In 2010 they stepped up their investments in brand building‚ research and development‚ emerging markets infrastructure and their people. Brand building - they have a total of 19 brands; up from just 11 in 2000. Some of the brands include: Pepsi-Cola brands‚ Frito-Lay brands‚ Gatorade brands‚ Tropicana brands‚ and Quaker brands. Research and development – they increased investments in sweetener technologies‚ next-generation processing and packaging and nutrition products. Emerging markets
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In classic works of literature‚ all characters have certain flaws‚ and Shakespeare’s tragedies’ characters in particular have faults that ultimately lead to their ruination. In Hamlet‚ Ophelia’s flaws eventually kill her. In the beginning of the play‚ it is clear through her thoughts and actions that that Ophelia is an obedient person. But upon closer inspection‚ the audience can see that she is not merely an obedient‚ but completely dependent and weak character. In fact‚ her needy nature
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