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Between 1979 and 1982, 47 journalists were murdered; they are believed to have been killed because of their investigations. Seven more were assassinated in 1983, and one in 1984.

Prospects for the Thai tourist industry look bright for many years to come. Last year 3.5 million foreign tourists spent almost 2 billion US-dollar in Thailand. But despite the euphoria springing from the tourist bonanza, there is growing concern about its impact on the culture, the environment and local economies. (DSE)

The world-wide recession and record-low commodity prices hit Malaysia in the first years of the 1980s. Its response, under prime minister Mahathir, has been to aim for increased industrialisation while diversifying the commodity base and seeking new markets for exports. (Economische Voorlichtingsdienst)