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A shining example

The hinomaru lies perfectly on its bed of lily white. The red disc a reminder of the spectacular sunrise over the sea.

The white a representation of purity and honesty. Collectively present on a flag, they represent Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun.

Home to the guardians of Japanese culture, the geisha, cherry blossoms, Mount Fuji and innovators of some of the world’s most important technological advances.

Editor's Comment
Don't let FMD outbreak drag on

Acting Agriculture Minister, Edwin Dikoloti, is right in saying opening an export-ready facility whilst Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is still spreading would risk getting the whole country blacklisted before a single carcass leaves the door.A ban like that would break the already stressed nation. So, the postponement, painful as it is, is the right thing to do. The local economy is being squeezed from both ends. FMD has already slammed the door...

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