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Japanese car sales nosedive in China over island row
09/10/2012 - AUTO INDUSTRY

Japanese car sales nosedive in China over island row

Sales of Japanese-made cars took a nosedive in China in September, with Toyota reporting a 48.9% and Honda a 40.5% drop in demand after a dispute over the ownership of an island chain led to protests and a boycott of Japanese products in China.
EU-China relations: a fair deal for all?
06/10/2012 - TALKING EUROPE

EU-China relations: a fair deal for all?

The European Union is a key trading partner for China, and also the first source of imports for the Chinese. But is it a balanced relationship? Although Europe is counting on China to help solve the eurozone crisis, the EU member states are complaining about dumping, and asking for more reciprocity.
Cola wars: local branding vs global business
06/10/2012 - BEYOND BUSINESS

Cola wars: local branding vs global business

In a tough economic climate, a strong brand name can be key to boosting sales. Building a brand can take time, and once it's established the competition is often fierce. Coca-Cola is a case in point. Seen as one of the world's strongest brands, it's facing global as well as local competition. France 24 went to find out more about one of Coca-Cola's French rivals.
US cites Burma's 'progress' in easing ban on imports
27/09/2012 - DIPLOMACY - TRADE

US cites Burma's 'progress' in easing ban on imports

On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told Burmese President Thein Sein Wednesday that the US will start easing the ban on Burma's imports in recognition of its "continued progress toward reform".
Indian workers strike against foreign retail giants
20/09/2012 - INDIA

Indian workers strike against foreign retail giants

Shopkeepers and labourers shut down markets and factories in several Indian cities Thursday as part of a 24-hour strike to protest against government reforms that will allow foreign retail giants such as Tesco, Walmart and Carrefour to open in India.
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China protests continue over island dispute with Japan
18/09/2012 - DIPLOMACY

China protests continue over island dispute with Japan

Thousands of Chinese protesters angry about Japan's claims to the disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu islands continued their protests Tuesday, with the unrest threatening to undermine bilateral trade relations and fuelling nationalism in the region.
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US files WTO complaint against Chinese auto subsidies
17/09/2012 - WTO

US files WTO complaint against Chinese auto subsidies

The US filed a complaint at the World Trade Organisation Monday against China's subsidies to its auto sector, which President Barack Obama said "directly harm" American workers. China filed a countercomplaint against US duties on Chinese exports.
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Japanese firms shut plants in China as territorial row escalates
17/09/2012 - JAPAN - CHINA

Japanese firms shut plants in China as territorial row escalates

Major Japanese firms have closed their factories in China and told expatriate staff to stay home amid fears of further anti-Japan protests. The demonstrations stem from a territorial row that threatens to unravel trade ties between the two countries.
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Russia finally joins WTO after 19 years of negotiations
22/08/2012 - TRADE

Russia finally joins WTO after 19 years of negotiations

Russia is finally becoming an official member of the World Trade Organisation. A move that will commit it to play by the same rules as 155 other countries. What will it mean for Russia? We take a look.
China in Africa: Beijing's Seduction Operation
20/07/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

China in Africa: Beijing's Seduction Operation

After accusations of doing little to build more than just economic ties in African countries, the Chinese rethink their approach. Next, in North Korea, the country's new young leader adds another job title to his list. Finally, we discover the story of Bangkok's ultimate risk takers.
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