They will need to maintain political and social stability without being dogged by allegations that they are abusing human rights.

ECONOMIST: Beijing gets the gold

Indonesians are shunning the rupiah as fears about the health of President Suharto (see article) draw attention to the country's fragile political and social stability.

ECONOMIST: Asian currencies

For Mormon church founder Joseph Smith bees offered the ideal symbol for unity, political stability and social cohesion.

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