Articles related to "Asia Pacific"

Does John Howard's plan for a regional carbon-emissions pact signal a radical change to relations with the Asia-Pacific and Australian foreign policy generally?

The UAE's low cost airline will increase it's fleet size 400% with an IPO according to His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammad Al Thani, Chairman of Air Arabia.

Despite differences on regulation, APEC leaders meeting in Lima, Peru have resolved to work together to kick start the global economy after the recent financial crisis.

To be fully accepted in the Asia-Pacific region Australia needs a new foreign policy and a cultural change in the community. This will require a change in government.

Attending an autism conference is a great way to learn more about autism from experts in the field; details for a variety of 2009 conferences are now available.

An effective extension to the Kyoto Protocol to combat climate change will depend on the EU, US and China resolving key differences.

Kellogg's commands 40% of global breakfast cereal sales & makes about 50% of Asian prepackaged cereals. So why does Asia represent only 2% of total company revenues?

Today Microsoft operates in over 100 countries, contrasted with some 70 countries in year 2000. So why do less than 1% of company software sales come from China?

At the 2007 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit John Howard and his opponent Kevin Rudd acted out contrasting paths for Australian foreign policy in the region.

Canada's largest software company helps executives to solve business puzzles and mysteries around the world.

As the latest statistics from McDonald's Corporation show, the American company has indisputable competitive advantages in the global fast-food industry.

The Battle of Tarawa was fought between the Imperial Japanese Army and the United States over control of the Pacific island atoll of Tarawa.

The Australian insurance industry generally does not provide flood insurance for homeowners but the situation is slowly changing.

It's hard to see, but the conditions are right for the Liberal-National Coalition parties to defeat incumbent Labor governments state elections in all over Australia.

Export Development Canada predicts that the value of Canadian exports will fall by 1% in 2007. This decrease follows gains of 5.4% in 2005 and 3% in 2006.

Forget routers and switches. Cisco Systems' success as world network and Internet technology king is best summarized by its slogan "Welcome to the Human Network."

China's large and increasingly affluent population makes the People's Republic one of the most appealing international trade markets for wine sales.

Before any Budweiser deal, these statistics show that leading international markets for InBev beers include Brazil, China and Russia.

Marriott Hotels International is undertaking a massive upgrade of their properties in Middle East, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Caribbean and Latin America at a cost of $1.2 bl.

After Pearl Harbour and Japanese invasions in the Asia-Pacific region to the Battle of Coral Sea it appeared that nobody would be able to stop the Japanese

Seeking the advice of a travel medicine expert, watching what you eat and staying active while in transit will help keep you in top form during a trip.

V8 vegetable juices and a growing portfolio of lower-sodium soups drive Campbell's global sales momentum.

IBM senior management design a roadmap based on leading trends in information technology (IT) & world trade.

Coffee-tasting as an art involves essential elements that every coffee learner should know.

Canada's world leading plane & train maker has the focus, product & geographic diversification to ride out a U.S. recession, high oil prices & the credit market meltdown.

With offices in about 150 countries around the globe, Oracle is the world's largest enterprise software company due to its unique competitive advantages.

US, Germany and UK still have the highest number of millionaires while India, Brazil and China added the most new millionaires in 2007.

Richard Burns is the only English driver to win the WRC title. Forced to retire from rallying because of health problems, Burns died from a brain tumour in 2005.

Ming Ming would be the tallest player ever to play in the NBA.

Barack Obama's inaugural address is censored by the Chinese media due to comments made about communism and corruption.

Despite an expected global slowdown in 2007, the world's biggest fast-delivery company will benefit from strong consumer demand in China & India.

A summary of global warming news stories from 2006.

At odds with its image of only caring about money, Hong Kong is home to Asia's premier arts festival, showcasing the arts of east and west.

China has the largest youth population in the world. The generation has been largely shaped by a strong culture and turbulent history.

The history behind the race to develop a human clone, a look at the Clonaid and Hwang Woo-suk controversies and why human cloning in reality may be a bad idea.

Cigarette-producers may be gaining big margins by strategically evading focus groups that target them as lung cancer rates continue to climb.

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton has met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il during an unannounced visit resulting in the pardon of two U.S. reporters.

On Tuesday, March 31 2009, former Khmer Rouge official "Comrade Duch" begged forgiveness from survivors of the Cambodian genocide at the UN-backed Cambodian Court.

International operations continue to be Pepsi's growth engine, increasing revenues at about twice the rate of Pepsi sales in Canada and the United States.

There are many opportunities for volunteer tourism in Colorado, especially for those who want to build trails and protect the eco-system in the Rocky Mountains.

For 17 years, the Pattaya Women's Open Tennis Tournament has been a landmark on the women's pro tennis world tour, and the 2008 event promises even more exciting tennis.

Defying the economic downturn and unpredictable fuel prices, the Sharjah based airline has staged a performance unrivaled since Herb Kelleher launched Southwest Airlines.

Americans are saving not buying so frantic China urges its workers to consume, while refusing to free the yuan. The US considers devaluing the dollar. Trade war is feared

Australia's international relations, its economy and the cognitive development of its people could all improve immensely were its rich linguistic potential tapped.

Jenny McCarthy, author, activist and mother of a child with autism, will deliver the keynote address at AutismOne 2009, which begins May 20, 2009.

Being one of the most sought after tourist destinations of the Philippines, Cebu City prides itself of its many spectacular beaches and high class resorts.

American, British Airways, Eos, and Virgin Atlantic already won the battle for slots between NY and London. But how do they attract customers? Business class.

On April 14, 2008, the government of China released a National Human Rights Action Plan that critics claim emphasizes economic rights at the expense of civil liberties.

A guide to reducing your gas consumption during summertime getaways.

When it comes to looks, a diet rich in protein, fruit and vegetables can help you keep your skin healthy and protect it against sun damage and wrinkles.