In a childhood divided between Japan and Nepal, books were a constant for Aditi Paudel. Now the 17-year-old is Japan’s first literacy ambassador.
Elizabeth Beattie is an Asia Business and Economics Correspondent at The Japan Times. She covers a diverse range of topics including the fashion industry, cultural movements, and professional development, with a focus on regional interests in Asia and global economic trends. Elizabeth's work has been featured in GlobalResearch, The Japan Times, and The Business of Fashion.