adminJapan economy declines but exports may fuel recovery
TOKYO. JAPAN’S economy shrank slightly in the final quarter of 2010 but analysts expect a recovery this year as stronger exports to China and other parts of fast-growing Asia offset…
What leadership is really about
ON several occasions that I have met aspiring or established leaders there has been one question that I have been asked: What is leadership really about? As complex as leadership…
China trade surplus shrinks, imports surge
BEIJING. CHINA’S trade surplus fell more than expected in January after imports surged, supporting the government’s case that it is doing enough to spur domestic demand without speeding up currency…
Political violence stifles economic development
The recent politically motivated violence that occurred in the country is a very disturbing phenomenon. The scourge dampens what was expected to be a steady trend towards economic recovery and…
Sanctions: Burden of history on the Tories
Asia risks missing bourse integration
SINGAPORE.ASIA runs the risk of being left behind in the sudden wave of transatlantic stock exchange consolidation, given the tough regulatory regimes, cumbersome ownership structures and protectionist minded governments.The proposed…