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The southern island prefecture of Okinawa on May 15 marked 50 years since its reversion to Japan from U.S. rule as residents' frustrations continue over a weak local economy and ever-present U.S. military bases despite decades of protest.
In April 1972, the government minted some 200,000 bronze medals bearing the inscription "Congratulations on the return to the homeland."
U.S. Marine officers taking part in the drill also may look into preparedness for potential conflicts on remote Japanese islands.
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], April 13 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Ahmedabad-based Microfinance Institution, Pahal Financial Services Pvt Ltd recently closed a capital raise of USD 10 Mn (INR 75 Crs) through an equity round from Europe's impact investing firm, GAWA Capital (through its equity vehicle Huruma Fund) and a debt round from GAWA Capital's advised debt vehicle (Magallanes Impacto FIL) and Northern Arc Capital
After witnessing the aftermath of a fighter jet crashing into school in 1959, Norio Iha's anger at Okinawa's unique sacrifices continues to burn.