COVER FEATUREWINES & SPIRITS:Can China Cure the Global Hangover?
China's growing domestic drinks market presents fertile ground for both budding domestic brewers and recession-afflicted global drinks giants.
FEATURECovering All Bases
China's new derivatives regulations promise to strengthen obligations borne by banks to better safeguard Chinese corporations, says Blandine Cantrel.
CITY PROFILE:CHONGQINGBuilding the 'Wall Street of the West'
Chongqing is transforming rapidly from an industrial hub into an economic powerhouse of Western China.
FEATUREA Mark for All Seasons
Protected geographical indications on products have numerous advantages, say Giovanni Scognamiglio and Francesco Giraldi.
Professional opinionHealthy, Wealthy and Wise
Implementing cost-effective medical insurance plans can benefit both company and employee alike, say David Bortz and Michael Pennington.
COUNTRY FOCUS: SINGAPORE Singapore Rising
With its proximity and cultural similarity to China, Singapore has a distinct advantage when it comes to its equation with its third-largest trade partner.
INDUSTRY FOCUS: HR Spot the Talent
As companies grapple with economic upheaval, human resource management is assuming an expanded and diversified role.
THE VIEW OFFSHORE Going, Going....Gone?
Sovereign's Howard Bilton asks: With offshore financial centres being stripped of their shrouds of secrecy, is there a real cause for concern?