Asia Pacific

The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada’s 2010 survey identified China as a huge potential market for Canadian goods and services. However, that market is not without its unique challenges. Reviewing those survey results in the context of current events is necessary to determine if China is still a rising star in the areas of manufacturing and distribution.

Deep pockets, sharp elbows needed to muscle into China’s $2.3 trillion retail sector

The provincial government is touting deals and strengthened trade links following Premier Christy Clark ’s return from a trade mission to Japan, Korea and the Philippines.

A rapidly emerging demand for the province’s lumber in China is helping keep mills running during challenging times

After a difficult 20th century marked by colonization and civil war, Vietnam has begun making a case for itself as the latest Asian "tiger." Since 2000, Vietnam has consistently had one of the highest rates of economic growth in the world, and in 2007, it was welcomed into the World Trade Organization. This fertile economic environment provides many trade opportunities for western companies.

Consumer Product Safety Act makes local businesses responsible for safety of all consumer goods, including those from Asia

BC Wood Specialties Group helps local studios connect with potential customers

While new flights from Asia to British Columbia increase optimism around tourism, there are still challenges, according to Rick Antonson, president and CEO of Tourism Vancouver.

Aboriginal communities take steps to make sure they are part of trade activities

Asian conference exposes long, hard march ahead for B.C. business