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China's productivity deficit

Even after more than three decades of stellar growth, China's productivity is only 13 per cent that of the US. Why? And how can China make up the lost ground? Read more...
China's inward and outward investment policies

China's inward and outward investment policies

Ken Davies, President of Growing Capacity, Inc, has kindly shared with us his update on China's investment policies. Read more...
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China's investment in the West

Foreign direct investment coming from China is making waves in countries like Australia, Canada and the United States. Is it really a problem? Read more...
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Challenges for China's President Xi

On 8 November, Xi Jinping will be appointed President of China at the Communist Party's 18th Congress. This should offer hopes of a new phase in China's economic reform. However, ... Read more...
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Canadian business advances into China

China is a notoriously difficult place for doing business. But Canadian business is advancing nicely into China, according to a report by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada. Read more...
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Can Australia compete with China?

Can Australia and other Western countries compete with China in the Asian Century? Read more...
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Tokyo's stock market

Tokyo's stock market has taken off this year, apparently boosted by "Abenomics" and the decision to hold the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. How long will the party last? Read more...
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Reflections on Japan

As I was leaving Japan, one year ago, I was interviewed by Emanuele Schibotto* on various aspects of the Japanese economy. The reflections are still very relevant today. Read more...