Japan - The Fading Economy: Occupation And Reconstruction Of Japan

After WWII, the Allied forces implemented foreign aid schemes to rebuild war-torn nations, preventing future conflicts and the spread of communism. Japan, benefiting from these efforts, experienced rapid economic growth, becoming a global leader in manufacturing and technology. By the 1980s, Japan's economy was booming, with significant investments in infrastructure and real estate. However, this growth plateaued in the early 1990s, marking the end of its rapid expansion.

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