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Banking on a change

International law firm Freshfields looks at the Chinese government’s reaction to the Asian financial meltdown.

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Business Economics & Trade

Major mining partners

Australian exploration and mining equipment firms are taking advantage of China’s need to exploit its mineral reserves.

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Business Economics & Trade

Reluctant partners

Macau’s frosty relationship with Zhuhai, its twin city across the border, is slowing down much-needed industrial restructuring in the enclave and has led to a duplication of infrastructure.

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Business Economics & Trade

Too much of a gamble

Macau is seeking to reduce its dependence on casino revenues by promoting offshore services and more diversified tourism.

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Business Economics & Trade

Keeping up appearances

Until now product packaging has had little impact on the Chinese shopper, but growing consumer sophistication has opened the way to a valuable new market.