Latest articles from Asia-Pacific

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BASF kicks off China megaproject

German chemical giant BASF has begun construction of a $10bn facility.

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Afghanistan seeks pioneers to reap rewards of its risks

Afghanistan’s authorities are working hard to persuade investors the rewards are worth the risk by introducing economic and legal reforms.

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View from Asia: why Asia needs to nurture its tourism offering

Asia outstrips the world for tourist arrivals and is still experiencing growth. Constant maintenance and upgrade are essential to maintain this lead.

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Kazakhstan SWF makes international move

Kazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund has approved a new 2018 to 2028 strategy that will eventually expand its investment activity beyond the domestic market.

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Industry minister seeks to put Afghanistan back in business

Afghanistan's minister of industries and commerce outlines government efforts to make the country more conducive to business.

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Where now for Hong Kong?

The social turmoil in Hong Kong has triggered an economic crisis, raising questions over the special administrative region’s future as a financial hub. 

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Gujarat targets financial services sector through Gift City

Gujarat state has expertise in sectors such as pharma, life sciences, textiles and gems. Now it is ramping up financial services with a new special economic zone.

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Tamil Nadu adapts and accelerates

Tamil Nadu is known as India’s Detroit for its automotive expertise. Now its engineering and science skills are being extended for the likes of Amazon. 

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Andhra Pradesh's port-powered success

The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is planning a slew of new sea and airports to complement its smart cities and economic zones. 

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Developing nations dominate free zone investment flows

Global free zones may be spurring development in less economically developed countries