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Sharif chooses veteran to run Pakistan's shattered economy
Shahzeb Jillani May 13, 2013
Pakistan's incoming prime minister will install Ishaq Dar as finance minister, his third time doing the job.
The fiscal cliff could impact Asian economy
Mariko Oi Dec 28, 2012
As the drama unfolds here at home, it is important to see how the fiscal cliff is affecting economies elsewhere in the world -- like Asia.
President Obama attends economic conference in Cambodia
Scott Tong Nov 20, 2012
Today, President Obama is on his way back to the United States after several days in Southeast Asia. His most recent stop in the tour was in Cambodia, where he attended an economic conference.
As Myanmar opens up, U.S. firms wade in
Mark Garrison Nov 19, 2012
President Obama’s visit to Myanmar accompanies an easing of trade restrictions that has U.S. companies stepping into the underdeveloped country.
Will Obama visit open up Southeast Asia economies?
Jonathan Head Nov 19, 2012
The focus of President Obama's visit to the region has been geopolitical but what about the economic gains to be made?
President's visit to Myanmar poses challenge for China
Rob Schmitz Nov 19, 2012
Up to now, the government of Myanmar, also known as Burma, has held a cozy economic relationship with China, but President Obama's visit signals the country is looking to diversify its portfolio.
Vietnam expands fish farms, not without risk
Sam Eaton Jul 23, 2012
Soon most seafood consumed worldwide will be farmed, not wild. Vietnamese farmers are raising pangasius -- sold in U.S. and European markets as "catfish" -- on an industrial scale, while researchers and environmentalists seek to make fish farming both efficient and environmentally safe.
Sanctions eased, Myanmar attracts businesses
Scott Tong Jul 12, 2012
The country formerly known as Burma, long closed to outsiders and subject to sanctions, is a destination for businesses, especially the oil industry.
Cambodian Stock Exchange is popular, but has only one stock
Nidhi Dutt Jul 9, 2012
Cambodia has opened its first stock exchange in decades, but as of now, it only has one stock.
Coca-Cola to enter Myanmar
David Brancaccio Jun 15, 2012
Coca-Cola is trying to get one step closer to buying the whole world a coke. This morning the company announced plans to re-enter Myanmar for the first time in more than 60 years.
