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James Parker
James Parker has lived in Beijing for eight years and has worked at both foreign and domestic financial institutions. He is also engaged in consulting in the areas of international economics and international political risk, and teaches post-graduate finance courses for various UK Universities.
January 11, 2013
Thailand Introduces Nationwide Minimum Wage
On January 1st, Thailand introduced a minimum wage — to a chorus of debate on its effects.
January 04, 2013
New Hope, Old Problems for the Global Economy
The beginning of the year has been greeted with a degree of optimism. Will lingering issues dampen spirits?
December 27, 2012
2012: A Tough Year for Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam has cut interest rates for the 6th time this year. Will Vietnam’s economy pick up steam?
December 18, 2012
The Real U.S. - China Problem
While the world wonders if America will go over the “fiscal cliff”, another crisis is brewing that could harm the global economy.
December 15, 2012
Inharmonious Society? China's Rising Income Inequality
A new study shows that China’s wealth gap is growing. Can new leaders in Beijing bridge the divide?
December 12, 2012
The Next Step in Burma's Economic Opening
While much about the country’s future remains uncertain, banks and accounting firms are moving in.
December 08, 2012
Lights Out For China's Solar Power Industry?
China’s solar industry is a useful microcosm that illustrates larger flaws in the national economy.
December 04, 2012
India's Economic Woes Continue
Even as markets rise, weak growth numbers and a steadily accumulating debt are a drag on India’s economy.
November 28, 2012
A Global Energy Shift
New finds of shale gas and unconventional oil could spark a shift in global energy flows – and the world economy.
November 24, 2012
Malaysia's Economy: Still Chugging Along
Malaysia’s economy continues to see healthy growth. Now it must find a way to avoid the middle income trap.
November 17, 2012
China's Credit Dilemma
New data suggests that notable shifts could be underway in China’s monetary environment.
November 15, 2012
India's Economy: Limping Along
Despite a slowing economy, the Reserve Bank of India remains primarily concerned with inflation. Will rapid growth return?