Latest articles from Asia-Pacific

Mixed news for BRICs in Maplecroft 20-year prediction

Bad news for Brazil and Russia, but India and China are on the up, says risk analyst.

Thailand posts disappointing GDP growth figures

Despite substantial investments in Thailand’s motor industry in 2013, GDP growth has slipped below 4%.

Mongolia bets on new FDI rules to restore investor confidence

Hit by declining investor confidence, the Mongolian government has announced reforms to its investment laws and launched an inward investment agency

Japan is 2013’s biggest investor into ASEAN region

Japan has ended traditional US dominance with investments worth $9.2bn this year

China's Third Plenum: shifting markets?

China’s recent Third Plenary Sessions promise a dramatic increase in the importance of market competition, but whether this is just words and no action remains to be seen.

UK PM strengthens ties with India

A visit by the UK’s prime minister to the Indian state of West Bengal underscores the importance of trade ties between the two economies. 

Concerns raised over slow progress of Thu Thiem development in Vietnam

Fragmented infrastructure and delays in construction approval are stunting the growth of Vietnam's Thu Thiem New Urban Area.

Manufacturing jobs down across CEE

Countries in central and eastern Europe have seen a marked decline in the number of jobs created by inwards investment. 

Report flags US infrastructure opportunities for Chinese investors

The US Chamber of Commerce has released a report stating that the US's vast infrastructure needs could be filled by Chinese investment.

IPR reform could boost Indias FDI attraction

IPR reform could boost India’s FDI attraction

India needs to rethink its stance on intellectual property rights if it wants to achieve its full FDI potential and remain competitive with other emerging markets, argues David Torstensson.