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
Singapore: Change in Leadership on May 15
SINGAPORE – Singapore, a vibrant and dynamic city-state, is on the cusp of a significant leadership transition. As Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong prepares to hand over the reins to his deputy, Lawrence Wong, on May 15, 2024, the nation … Continue reading Singapore: Change in Leadership on May 15
President Xi Jinping Visits Hungary: Trade Agreements
BUDAPEST – Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his five-day European tour with a visit to Hungary on Thursday. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán welcomed him with great pomp, and it is expected that this visit will further strengthen bilateral relations between … Continue reading President Xi Jinping Visits Hungary: Trade Agreements