India, Pakistan 'to open new chapter'

2011-11-11 08:10:33

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Thursday that India and Pakistan needed to stop wasting time trading barbs and open a new chapter in their relationship.

Trade pact complicates prospects for Asia

2011-11-11 07:21:17

While officials in China wait to gauge the effects of the TransPacific Partnership trade pact, experts are saying that it could pose troubles to the country.

US target for green products too high for firms

2011-11-11 07:18:33

The US plan to persuade countries to lower tariffs on environmental products and services could create business opportunities for Chinese firms.

US retailers say China essential to their futures

2011-11-11 07:15:52

If one were to try to snap a photograph of China, it would be difficult to capture a still shot.

Leaders to seek Asia-Pacific cooperation

2011-11-11 07:10:08

President Hu Jintao will meet with fellow leaders in the Asia-Pacific region and discuss ways to ensure regional prosperity. High hopes for APEC

APEC leaders to focus on world economy

2011-11-10 14:55:54

As leaders from 21 economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum meet this weekend in Hawaii, they are expected to check the pulse of the world economy.

APEC urged to create new growth drivers

2011-11-10 14:29:08

The United States and other APEC economies should think in a bold and creative way to advance trade liberalization, tourism and investments.

Thai flood death toll rises to 553

2011-11-10 13:55:16

At least 553 people were confirmed dead and two people were missing as the floods have ravaged the country for over three months, the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department reported on Thursday.

S Korea's Lee to attend APEC summit

2011-11-10 11:24:09

South Korean President Lee Myung-bak is scheduled to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit that opens Sunday in Honolulu, Hawaii, Lee's office said Thursday.

About 10 people killed in Syria: activists

2011-11-10 10:42:22

Two key activists groups said about 10 people were killed Wednesday across Syria by security forces, five of whom were gunned down in the capital of Damascus.

Toyota recalls 420,000 cars in US

2011-11-10 08:58:02

Toyota Motor Corp. said on Wednesday it is recalling about 550,000 vehicles worldwide, including 420,000 in the United States, for a potential steering problem.