[saquin]

I appreciate the offers of help but what is this:
Japan said it would contribute $200,000 to the American Red Cross for its relief operations.

"$200,000"? Why bother? I've never heard of a large nation like Japan giving such a small amount. It's almost not worth the trouble.

[jdm]

For having the second largest economy in the world, that amount is indeed piss-poor. Puff Daddy donated more than twice that amount and he's just one guy!