Japanese Economy Rocked By Disaster

07:18

March 14, 2011

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The crisis in Japan continued to unfold Monday as the country struggled with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake and tsunami, made all the worse by explosions and radiation fears at northern nuclear power plants.

People look at a devastated area of Minamisanriku, northern Japan, Monday, three days after a powerful earthquake-triggered tsunami hit the country's east coast. (AP)

As the physical dangers continue to loom, there are also troubling signs coming from the Japanese economy.

Guest:

Thomas Mucha, editor, global business columnist, Global Post.

This segment aired on March 14, 2011.

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