The economic rise experienced by South Korea in the latter half of the 20th century has stagnated along with a slump in exports. However, to augment its strengths in manufacturing and technology, the country is embracing the tourism industry, with some notable success.
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South Korea's catalyst for growth
A joint venture between South Korea’s Posco Chemtech and Japan’s Mitsubishi is testimony to the ongoing vibrancy and relevance of South Korea’s chemicals industry.
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Wal-Mart Stores and Bharti Enterprises part ways
US retail giant Wal-Mart Stores has announced that it will break its partnership with Indian retailer Bharti Enterprises.
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New Zealand suffers a slump in FDI
Inward flows of FDI to New Zealand have suffered a considerable drop in the first eight months of 2013, compared with the same period in 2012.
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Asia-Pacific witnesses decline in communications FDI
Investment into the communications sector in Asia-Pacific has been in decline since 2008.
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Alternative energy investments down in Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific's alternative and renewable energy sector has seen inward investment steadily decline in recent years.
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Are Cambodia and Laos primed for an FDI awakening?
Cambodia and Laos have much to offer in terms of natural resources and beauty, but with their opaque and poorly enforced regulatory regimes, not to mention poor reputations for corruption, will inward FDI to the countries remain the preserve of massive corporations that can afford to take the risk?
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Japanese firms take new interest in India
With Indo-Japanese relations blossoming, many Japanese firms are eyeing the country's impressive domestic market, but unless India can smooth out complexities in its business environment, the new relationship risks turning sour.
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SMEs lead FDI into Hong Kong
Hong Kong is developing as a destination for small and medium-sized enterprises, which are increasingly leading FDI into the region, while global corporations are also targeting Hong Kong as a base for international headquarters.
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Decline in FDI projects in Asia-Pacific in 2013
FDI inflows into Asia-Pacific declined in the first six months of 2013, compared to the same period in 2012.