Risky Business.

The article looks at some of the political risks being faced by Japan as of January 2008 that have a possible effect on those with Japan-related financial or business interests. Due to its trouble relationship with North Korea, Japan faces a risk of being the target of nuclear missile attacks. Japan is also at risk of being involved in a military conflict because of its ongoing island disputes with Taiwan, China, South Korea and Russia. Also mentioned is the country's poor energy supply.