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Low skills, higher hopes
Asia focus, Published on 15/09/2014
» Although conditions have improved for low-skilled workers in Asia, employers and governments face increasing pressure to do more as demand for cheaper labour is still on the rise.
Is Abenomics Working?
Asia focus, Published on 15/09/2014
» Last April, Japan's government implemented a long-planned consumption-tax increase, from 5% to 8%, the first in a two-step increase that is expected to bring the rate to 10% by 2015. The hike — a key feature of "Abenomics",Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's three-pronged strategy to revive Japan's economy — signals the government's long-term commitment to fiscal consolidation. But it has also dealt Japan a heavy macroeconomic blow.
Bowl of plenty
Asia focus, Published on 15/09/2014
» Asked to name notable Japanese dishes, many people would choose ramen with little hesitation. The simple noodle broth has stirred a global craze and generates billions of dollars from its bowls.
Productivity and protection in focus
Asia focus, Published on 15/09/2014
» Over the past two decades, countries across East Asia Pacific have experienced unprecedented economic development and rising productivity as a result of structural transformation, industrial development and migration to cities.
Millions on the move
Asia focus, Published on 15/09/2014
» Greater mobility and workforce migration are becoming major drivers of economic growth in Asia as many countries are facing shortages of workers with the necessary skills for various professions.
All we want is a place to walk
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 22/09/2014
» Most of you, our readers, are frequent travellers around the globe and especially in Asia, but how often do you take a moment, whether on your way to the airport or shuttling between meetings, to observe life in the cities you visit? How does it compare with what you see in our own metropolis of Bangkok?
Fruitful Expansion
Asia focus, Published on 22/09/2014
» Relaxing inside a peaceful wooden Thai-style home built in the era of King Rama VI, one could easily forget that one was in the heart of Bangkok, surrounded by a concrete forest.
Coconut oil goes mainstream
Asia focus, Published on 22/09/2014
» Long part of Asian beauty and culinary traditions, coconut oil has in recent years become a health food fad, attracting celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Shailene Woodley as fans. And the trend has gone full circle, as health enthusiasts in Singapore lap up the product as a health supplement, moisturiser or even a treatment for pets.
Pakistan's permanently protesting public
Asia focus, Published on 22/09/2014
» From lawyers on the streets advocating an independent judiciary to doctors outside hospitals fighting for salary increases, civil servants blocking roads for higher raises, and activists crying out against injustice, public protests have become the norm in Pakistan for people looking to get the attention of the government.
Modi's challenge: Creating a credible India
Asia focus, Published on 22/09/2014
» When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to of Ahmedabad, in his home state of Gujarat, before moving on to India's capital for more formal talks, the meeting last week of the leaders of the two largest BRIC nations had people talking.