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US to see increased investment from China

The slowdown at home and a need to diversify are causing Chinese investors to focus on the US, but, according to a new report, concerns about the regulatory environment are widespread.

Software and IT services FDI from North America is on the rise in Asia-Pacific

North American software and IT services project numbers and investment are both increasing in Asia-Pacific.

Hong Kong to reposition itself as maritime services leader

Hong Kong has lost its pre-eminence as an Asian port to mainland competitors. Now its government has unveiled a range of measures to try to win back logistics and freight business from cities such as Shanghai and Dalian.

Cambodias learning curve

Will Cambodia's skills shortfall derail its stellar economic growth?

Economic growth has been exceptionally strong in Cambodia in recent years, with the government's focus on attracting foreign capital proving particularly successful. But the country's under-educated, unskilled labour force is threatening to undermine the country’s development.

View from Asia: who will fill the infrastructure gap?

Asia's infrastructure deficit is a hindrance to local economic growth but represents an opportunity for foreign investors. 

China closes the innovation gap

China closes the innovation gap

There has been a significant shift in R&D spending in recent years, with China accounting for an increasing proportion of this investment. But global perceptions are yet to reflect this new shift in spending, with many outside of the country sceptical regarding China's R&D credentials and concerned about its poor reputation for IP protection.

European FDI into Asia-Pacific declines for third consecutive year

Total FDI from Europe into Asia-Pacific suffered a decline in 2015, marking a third year of decreased investment between the two regions.

Economist Intelligence Unit: Chinese investors favour US

The US is the most attractive market to Chinese investors, according to an index produced by economic research and analysis firm, the Economist Intelligence Unit.

Chinese investors snap up Japanese real estate

Property in cities such as Tokyo and Nagasaki are increasingly attractive to Chinese investors, who are lured by solid returns and Japan’s strong rule of law. However, political tensions are inhibiting the market's potential for growth.

India makes its infrastructure case at Davos

A speech by Indian finance minister Arun Jaitley urged investors to assist the country in its infrastructure growth plans.