Would you be kind enough to explain to me since when Russia is not a part of Europe? Geographically, politically, economically, in terms of sports and just about any other way Russia is part of Europe, so why did you separate the two?
Russia extends into Asia. So when you're talking about Russia it's not just Europe your talking about. Plus Russia is a country so they can and may have completely different trade agreements and standards if they choose to. Also, Russia is not a part of the EU so they exist as a sovereign entity in geopolitical terms.
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Ivan @ Mar 3rd 2008 12:12PM
"European and Russian"?
Would you be kind enough to explain to me since when Russia is not a part of Europe? Geographically, politically, economically, in terms of sports and just about any other way Russia is part of Europe, so why did you separate the two?
Jon @ Mar 3rd 2008 1:07PM
Russia extends into Asia. So when you're talking about Russia it's not just Europe your talking about. Plus Russia is a country so they can and may have completely different trade agreements and standards if they choose to. Also, Russia is not a part of the EU so they exist as a sovereign entity in geopolitical terms.
Jon @ Mar 3rd 2008 1:10PM
D'oh! "it's not just Europe *you're* talking about."
Richard Lawler @ Mar 3rd 2008 2:18PM
If you have a problem with Panasonic treating Europe and Russia as separate markets, talk to them. I really don't care.