Germany: Foreign investments showing a new record
BERLIN – The value of all planned foreign investment projects (FDI) in Germany was around 34.8 billion euros in 2023 – an increase of 37.5 percent compared to the previous year (2022: 25.3 billion euros) and thus a new record. … Continue reading Germany: Foreign investments showing a new record
Orangutan Diplomacy: A New Marketing Strategy
KUALA LUMPUR – In a move that mirrors China’s “panda diplomacy” and Australia’s showcasing of koalas at global summits, Malaysia is set to join the trend of using adorable ambassadors as part of its international relations strategy. The Southeast Asian … Continue reading Orangutan Diplomacy: A New Marketing Strategy
Panasonic: A journey from crisis to renaissance
TOKYO – After years of crisis and stagnation, the Japanese electronics company Panasonic has achieved a remarkable turnaround. Thanks to a new strategy and a series of reforms, the company was able to record its highest net profit ever in … Continue reading Panasonic: A journey from crisis to renaissance
USA: Massive tariff increases on Chinese goods
WASHINGTON – The U.S. government yesterday announced a significant expansion and increase in punitive tariffs on products from China. The measures, led by President Joe Biden, target a range of industries, including electric cars, semiconductors, solar panels, and protective masks. … Continue reading USA: Massive tariff increases on Chinese goods
EU CHAMBER IN CHINA: CALL FOR BUSINESS CONFIDENCE
BEIJING – The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, in partnership with Roland Berger, released its European Business in China Business Confidence Survey 2024 (BCS). The annual survey shows that despite the re-opening of China’s borders in early 2023, business confidence in … Continue reading EU CHAMBER IN CHINA: CALL FOR BUSINESS CONFIDENCE