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South Korea aims to become a major free trade hub

South Korea aims to become a major free trade hub

B.C. tech firms are among companies that stand to gain as country bolsters trade ties with Canada and the rest of the world
For western investors, the bloom is off China's economy

For western investors, the bloom is off China's economy

The “golden age” is over for foreign businesses operating in China, according to surveys of the country’s main trading partners.

India: Artifacts reported stolen

India’s Supreme Court is considering ordering a national probe after hearing evidence of massive theft and sale of valuable artifacts of historic significance from museums all over the country.

Thailand: Food vendors panned

Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha has warned street food vendors not to use a hike in cooking gas prices to rip off customers.

Burma: Dispute kindles doubt

Despite the continuing transition to civilian rule in Burma, also called Myanmar, the military retains a large interest in the country’s economy.

China/Mexico: Bullet train deal shot down

Mexico has abruptly cancelled a contract awarded to a Chinese-led consortium to build the country’s first bullet train.
War, uncertainty keep Afghanistan from unlocking vast mineral wealth

War, uncertainty keep Afghanistan from unlocking vast mineral wealth

Afghanistan’s economic future is wrapped up in the country’s untapped store of minerals, estimated by the World Bank to be worth...
Redback agreement will pave way for Canadian investment in Chinese stock market: HSBC

Redback agreement will pave way for Canadian investment in Chinese stock market: HSBC

An agreement to establish a Chinese currency-trading hub is expected to spur Canadian exports to China and will give Canadian investors earlier access into emerging Chinese capital markets

Strengthen your China connection: RMB trade

What are some advantages of trading in the Chinese currency?

China: Appearance shot down

The Black Eagles, the aerobatic team of the South Korean air force, will not be appearing on November 11 at China’s international air show in Zhuhai. Washington last week said no to the appearance, much to the chagrin of many South Koreans.