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Online data privacy – is the genie already out of the bottle?Rachel Catanach examines whether the recent controversy surrounding Octopus Holdings in Hong Kong threatens a new wave of action against those who breach data protection legislation in the region August 23, 2010
Moving the Perception Dial: A New Perspective on Public AffairsAchieving business success in Asia requires a public affairs strategy that starts with a business goal on a cross-regional platform and localizes for success, says Donough Foley July 28, 2010
The changing of the guardEon Consulting's Jojo Lacanilao assesses which direction incoming Philippines' President Noy Noy Aquino will take the country July 06, 2010
The Gold Standard mark of distinctionCraig Hoy offers a preview of the 2010 Gold Standard Awards as PublicAffairsAsia launches the programme's new website July 06, 2010
Preparing the ground nowResponding to the 2010 State of the Industry report, Emma Dale says consultancy CEOs should use its findings to develop coherent and localised recruitment strategies which build capacity for future growth June 07, 2010
Challening complex conversationsAlan VanderMolen says the PublicAffairsAsia State of the Industry report underlines the need for corporations to be engaged at all levels of the increasingly complex stakeholder debate in Asia June 07, 2010
Influence in Korea's rapidly changing communications environmentPublic communications strategies in Korea are being influenced more and more by transparency and openness, finds Fleishman-Hillard's Yvonne Park (pictured) and Byoung-Joo Kim in this exclusive Thought Leaders article May 31, 2010
Coalition building and advocacy: Five thoughts to ponderBuilding an effective, engaging and inclusive coalition can often be a critical factor in driving change in the advocacy arena, says News Corporation's Asia government relations chief Joe Welch April 23, 2010
The case for cautious optimism in ChinaJohn Holden reviews the 2010 National People's Congress and concludes that MNCs can draw some assurance from the Beijing mood music April 16, 2010
The corporate affairs learning curveThe practice of corporate public affairs in India is becoming ever more global in outlook, with organisations required to be in touch with the increasingly complex stakeholder community, argues Sukanti Ghosh February 26, 2010
All politics is still localDan Baxter stresses how a global public affairs strategy has to be made local and explains how to make your public affairs strategy relevant in China January 29, 2010
The power of corporate communicationsEric Lee explains how effective corporate communications involves stakeholder empathy, CSR awareness and an understanding of the operational balance sheet January 07, 2010
Corporate culture in emerging marketsVu Tu Thanh, the Vietnam representative of the US-ASEAN Business Council, outlines the government relations challenges confronting Western businesses as they strike into Asia’s emerging markets November 27, 2009
The China Government Affairs Forum: November 2009The government plays a central role in corporate China - and at no time moreso than during a crisis. In the latest PublicAffairsAsia China Government Affairs Forum, our panel members analyse how to work with government during a crisis scenario. Catherine Van Way and Qu Hong open the discussion November 25, 2009
Bridging the GulfJolyon Kimble reflects on political dialogue in the Gulf and concludes that public affairs professionals require a different approach when seeking outcomes in the Middle East November 16, 2009
10 steps to IPO successAs China goes global, good investor relations are becoming an increasingly important issue for Chinese companies seeking to list on foreign markets, says Rachel Catanach October 30, 2009
The politics of tradeFormer US ambassador Frank Lavin says Asian companies can avoid falling foul of America's increasingly protectionist approach to trade if they view negotiations as political campaigns and take the fight onto foreign turf October 21, 2009
The multicultural keystoneThe Corporate Diplomat must ensure that they localise their processes, plans and people to achieve public affairs successes, says UPS public affairs vice president Steve Okun October 09, 2009
The China Government Affairs ForumIn the latest comment on the Government Affairs Forum, Burson-Marsteller's Qu Hong and China PA expert Yuan Haiying offer their advice on strategies when engaging with decision-makers in Beijing September 30, 2009
Why Indonesia's economy can withstand the bombingsSusilo Bambang Yudhoyono's convincing victory was soon overshadowed by the terror attacks in Jakarta. Hans Vriens digs deeper into Indonesian politics and concludes that the country's economy and democracy will not be shaken by the blasts July 28, 2009
The PAA China Government Affairs ForumThe Government Affairs Forum panel examines the role of the professional public affairs practitioner and the government relations processes in modern China July 22, 2009
The era of interconnectivityAs the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia magazine is published, Craig Hoy says that government affairs, corporate communications and public policy are becoming increasingly interconnected in Asia June 24, 2009
An institutional makeoverAs the European Union prepares to elect a new parliament in Brussels. Waggener Edstrom's Herman Schepers examines the institutional challenges which lie ahead June 01, 2009
Reporting the Obama factorAs Barack Obama passes his 100th day in office, Media Monitors' John Croll charts how the Asian media is responding to his leadership May 02, 2009
Maintaining truth and perspectiveAs global governments and commerce brace themselves for a possible flu pandemic, Craig Hoy assesses how professional communicators balance transparency with the need to maintain calm in times of crisis April 28, 2009
A new era of creative engagementFollowing a recent trip to Washington DC John Holden says business should prepare for an enhanced relationship between the US and China April 24, 2009
When the storm passesWriting in the cover feature of the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia, Manuel Rybach suggests that the practice of corporate public affairs will emerge altered, and perhaps stronger, when the world finally resolves the global financial crisis March 27, 2009
The PR prescriptionRuder Finn's Liu Cheng suggests that healthcare policy, public relations and patient behaviour are now inextricably linked in modern China March 13, 2009
The role of PA in times of crisisMonday sees the publication of the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia magazine and the PA Industry in 2009 Report. Craig Hoy offers an insight into the comment and content contained in the latest publications March 06, 2009
The need for union engagementChris Devonshire-Ellis suggests that Chinese labour laws mean employers facing troubled times should be actively engaging with unions before determining their next move February 20, 2009
Smoke signals from JapanThe Japanese government must develop a national policy and raise its PR game if the country is to secure the foreign direct investment it both wants and needs, suggests James Weeks February 13, 2009
What Obama won't mean for AsiaThe Obama presidency will be tested by issues in Asia, although contends Mark Michelson, it is easier to identify what is unlikely to occur than predict how events will unfold for the new administration February 07, 2009
Now is the time to invest in corporate reputationEnakshi Kapur examines the importance of reputation at a time when once respected institutions have crashed and burned in the eyes of the public January 23, 2009
Changing years, changing ChinaThe year of the Rat was one of change and crises for China. Weber Shandwick VP John Russell examines what the year of the Ox might have in store for a country getting to grips with the ups – and downs – of globalisation January 22, 2009
China's internet revolutionNew data has revealed that China's internet population is still soaring and, says Jeremy Woolf, this presents new challenges for public affairs and communications professionals January 16, 2009
The ultimate balancing actAs the WOMEN-omics website is launched Avivah Wittenberg-Cox suggests that the economies of Asia will benefit from greater equality between the sexes in the public affairs arena January 16, 2009
The message not the mediumTrue corporate thought leaders should develop a considered and compelling viewpoint before they consider how to communicate their message, suggests Paul Mottram January 09, 2009
Will the trust fund run dry?Trust is a commodity in short supply and, warns Alan VanderMolen, 2009 could see tougher times ahead for government and the private sector December 19, 2008
Time for responsible governmentIndividual social responsibility and a sense of government social responsibility could combine to deliver a better and more harmonious Thai society, suggests Danai Chanchaochai December 19, 2008
Taking customs controlJudy Benn explains how a process of engagement has broken new ground between American business and the Royal Thai Customs Department December 12, 2008
From green terrorists to positive book value?Reflecting on experience in Asia and Europe, Andy Roby examines NGOs' role in a modern business environment December 04, 2008
Emerging from the shadowsAs the first edition of PublicAffairsAsia is published, Craig Hoy explains how the practice of public affairs and government relations is becoming more transparent in Asia November 28, 2008
Saviours or carpetbaggers?Asia stands ready for significant investment in US and European markets. Glenn Schloss outlines how to win the communications battle at a time of suspicion and unease November 19, 2008
A view from the coalfaceLiam Benham says public affairs in Asia is complex and time consuming: but he is certain that the discipline is becoming more prevalent and transparent November 12, 2008
Developing localised leadershipProcter and Gamble's Erik Jonnaert defines the key differences between practising corporate public affairs in Asia and the West October 27, 2008
Communicating through turmoilTimes of crisis require objectivity, visibility and considered and consistent communcations, argues Vivian Lines October 22, 2008
The virtues of lobbyingAs his book on global lobbying is published, Lionel Zetter says public affairs is a necessary part of the decision making process – regardless of a country’s political make-up October 16, 2008
Restoring the rules of lawPetty corruption is tainting the Indian judicial system and undermining confidence in the legal profession. But, says Bijo Francis, solutions to the problem are already at hand October 15, 2008
A disaster waiting to happenThe US-Indian agreement for nuclear cooperation amounts to a non-proliferation disaster says Daryl G. Kimball October 10, 2008
India's fatalistic complexRajiv Desai suggests the response to the Indian terror attacks reveals a much deeper political breach between the people and their political masters September 19, 2008
Why soft issues equal hard currencySuccessful mergers and acquisitions owe as much to soft issues such as stakeholder relations as they do to hard financial considerations, says Gavin Anderson's Asia CEO Richard Barton September 15, 2008
Mixed messages in modern ChinaEuropean business in China fears that economic nationalism could jeapordise the positive trading relations between Western companies and domestic enterprises, the EU Chamber of Commerce warns September 12, 2008
The challenge of transparencyThe changes seen in China over the last decade have resulted in a more transparent yet more complex public affairs process, says Yuan Haiying September 01, 2008
A smart choice for businessMike Rowse, director general of investment promotion at Invest Hong Kong, tells PublicAffairsAsia that influencing outcomes in the region requires an understanding of the territory's past and present August 25, 2008
Open Letter: A collective bargainNew labour laws and a shift towards union recognition represent a sea change in Chinese workers' rights, says Geoffrey Crothall August 25, 2008
China's greatest leap yetPR in China is a new, but thriving industry. Simon Goldsworthy says the state, the Olympic organisers and corporate PR professionals need to remember the fundamentals of good public relations August 18, 2008
Filling the information vacuumSocial media played a vital role in the aftermath of the Sichuan earthquake. Timothy Coombs assesses how companies and government should use new media as a tool in crisis communications August 18, 2008
Open Letter: Time to end software piracySoftware piracy costs jobs and damages economic prospects and should be tackled internationally and by regional Asian governments, says Jeff Hardee August 17, 2008
The China OpportunityBritish business is looking East as the United Kingdom grapples with economic troubles at home. Craig Hoy talks to Stephen Phillips about the process of demystifying doing business in China August 31, 2010
The ASEAN opportunityAs he takes the helm at APCO in Singapore, Garry Walsh tells Craig Hoy that he will be looking to put strategic development at the heart of APCO's South East Asia strategy June 23, 2010
Indonesia's G-20 coming of ageShanti Shamdasani examines how Indonesia is seeking to use global engagement as a means to take its place on the world stage June 21, 2010
The rapid rise of Asia's PA industryIrwin Hankins says the 2010 State of the Industry Report highlights the development of the PA industry in Asia - and a marked increase in the significance of Asian corporations, SOEs and governments June 07, 2010
Joining the dotsTOM NIGHTINGALE insists it is possible for multinationals to manage a global brand across borders without crossing boundaries May 17, 2010
The PA prescriptionElizabeth Hernandez tells Mark O'Brien that global pharmaceutical companies must reach out to governments if they are to deliver the right solution to Asia's healthcare ills May 03, 2010
Facing up to the new world orderGlobalisation brings challenges and opportunities which have to be confronted by public affairs professionals, suggests Qu Hong April 16, 2010
Taking the trust testAs Edelman's Trust Barometer reveals a modest rebound in trust for institutions at the helm of the global financial crisis, Mark O'Brien talks trust and transparency with Asia Pacific president Alan VanderMolen February 24, 2010
The new frontiersThe fundamentals of the corporate rulebook have been altered by the global financial crisis, APCO's chief executive officer Margery Kraus tells PublicAffairsAsia's Craig Hoy January 04, 2010
The long-term plans for President ObamaDoug Paal uses a question and answer session to explain that President Obama is trying to tackle bigger, long-term issues, including the financial crisis and its aftermath,nonproliferation and climate change November 16, 2009
Setting an Islamic standardIslamic finance stands at a crossroads - with the political and legal debate now focusing on whether to standardise or not. In a special feature Muhammad Abdullah Al-Harth Sinclair and Maher Ghanma analyse the key political, legal and regulatory challenges involved in successfully developing Islamic finance as an engine of global economic growth October 16, 2009
A diplomatic missionFormer US ambassador Ralph “Skip” Boyce is a figure known to many power-brokers and business leaders in Asia. In his current role as Boeing’s ASEAN president he says the tricks of the diplomatic trade are proving useful, Mark O'Brien discovers October 05, 2009
The larger trend: China, Britain and Europe in a multilateral worldThe speech in full: The UK's business secretary Lord Mandelson tells the Party School in Beijing that the time has come for China to take a leadership role in defining the future of international relations September 09, 2009
Lobbying: A world of differenceLobbyist turned academic Conor McGrath takes a global look at lobbying and finds a wide variation in practices among interest groups and corporate public affairs professionals July 01, 2009
Election puts Congress in chargeThe Indian election sets the course for more decisive governance in a country often held back by bureaucracy, says Mark Runacres May 29, 2009
Swine Flu: Top level adviceAs corporations and governments respond to the swine flu epidemic, PublicAffairsAsia asks a cross-section of senior practitioners for their advice on communicating through a public health scare April 29, 2009
The paradigm shift in healthcare PRIn a theoretical overview Enakshi Kapur details the radical changes to healthcare PR and public affairs across Asia April 17, 2009
Why it's time to prove your worthWith every element of corporate expenditure under review, Mark O'Brien says evaluation and measurement will become critical tools to defend communications and public affairs budgets April 10, 2009
Tracking the trade changesAmid increased speculation about mounting protectionism in the East and West, Yuan Haiying offers an insight into the latest China outward investment rules March 20, 2009
Industry survey: The Growth CurveAs "The PA Industry in 2009" report is published, Mark O'Brien looks at some of its key findings for the consultancy sector March 09, 2009
10 Top Tips on influencing outcomesInfluencing outcomes in Asia can be complex and fraught with unexpected twists and turns. PublicAffairsAsia's latest edition offers 10 top tips for public affairs professionals March 06, 2009
Why uncertainty means more regulationChina is turning to increased regulation of foreign-owned companies. Andy Scott assesses the pitfalls facing companies tempted to "walk away" from their Chinese businesses February 20, 2009
Pragmatism and not protectionismAs its Asian Trust Barometer is published Craig Hoy asks Edelman's president Alan VanderMolen how faith in corporations - and in government - can be restored in the wake of corporate wrongdoing and the resulting 'perfect storm' around the globe February 12, 2009
A new front in the battle for good and evilReflecting on the Mumbai attacks, Chris Battle warns that the internet opens up a new front in global terror - and counsels against claims that security forces can control the worldwide web January 30, 2009
Preparing for the next pandemicBusiness leaders, corporate communicators and public affairs professionals should act urgently now to prepare plans for the next deadly global pandemic, says Larry L. Smith January 22, 2009
Profile: Lillian LiuA degree in English literature led Lillian Liu into journalism. But as Estee Lauder's director of government relations in China, she is making more than a cosmetic difference to the public affairs industry January 16, 2009
China's communications challengeSound public affairs and solid communications will prove essential if China is to effectively navigate 2009, suggests Craig Hoy January 09, 2009
Why China mattersWeber Shandwick global chairman Jack Leslie tells Craig Hoy that China is set to become a bigger player in global markets, world politics and the public affairs industry November 21, 2008
Why 'good' business = good businessSocial engagement and meaningful government relations and CSR is the price business must pay to access and develop China's lucrative markets, Text 100's Sarah Howe tells PublicAffairAsia November 14, 2008
Magazine Preview: Remaining clean in corrupt environmentsRobert Hanlon uses his article in the forthcoming edition of PublicAffairsAsia magazine to examine how to avoid the culture clash of being complicit in corrupt practices in Asia. October 24, 2008
The Cobra charmAs PublicAffairsIndia.com launches Craig Hoy talks politics, business and the brewing trade with Karan Bilimoria, the chairman of the UK India Business Council and founder of Cobra Beer October 23, 2008
Vietnam: Learning China lessonsFelicia Pullam and Claas Schaberg explore the similarities between corporate responsibility in the increasingly interlinked countries of China and Vietnam October 23, 2008
CSR and the question of ownershipAhead of the CSR Asia Summit in Bangkok, Craig Hoy asks Stephen Frost who owns corporate social responsibility in an Asian context? October 17, 2008
The communications impact of financial turmoilThe global economic woes present professional communicators with a raft of challenges. Torod Neptune examines how to keep ahead when the media, politicians and economies lose their nerve October 11, 2008
Global risk and global opportunityPublicAffairsAsia talks to APCO's CEO Margery Kraus amid global turmoil in the financial markets and her recent attendance at the World Economic Forum in China October 04, 2008
Asia's rights and responsibilitiesFormer White House adviser Doug Paal tells PublicAffairsAsia that the US is set to commit more leadership time to ensuring Asia plays its rightful role in the development of global policy September 19, 2008
Case study: The Sri Lankan fiscal reform programmeBruno Carrasco explains how a partnership between the Asian Development Bank and the government of Sri Lanka delivered an effective reform programme for the country's creaking fiscal regime September 09, 2008
Effective engagement in AustraliaForeign companies engaged with Australian government should be aware they are involved in an open, yet complicated, network of influence, says Shaun Drabsch September 08, 2008
Case study: Whisky wins GoldDavid Williamson explains how an 18 month concerted and multi-faceted public affairs campaign utilising British and Chinese influence won trademark protection for Scotch Whisky in China September 03, 2008
Peter Mandelson: Interview in fullIn an exclusive interview with the PublicAffairsAsia network, European external trade commissioner Peter Mandelson urges sovereign wealth funds to develop the skills of government relations, active communication and media engagement August 18, 2008
Profile: Jean LiuEDS government relations boss Jean Liu finds herself in public affairs more by accident than design. But her role is defined by the on-going cultural and political differences between Western corporates and Chinese practices August 17, 2008
Feeding the talent poolThe growth of public affairs talent is critical for the success of businesses in China, argues Tony Dickel August 04, 2008
Hu Jintao declares Shenzen an economic miracleChinese President Hu Jintao has described the Shenzen special economic zone as "a miracle" as the country celebrates the city's 30th anniversary. September 06, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia and Prospect to honour senior industry figurePublicAffairsAsia and the Hong Kong based talent resource consultancy Prospect are set to recognise the work of one senior public affairs and corporate communications industry figure in a new category added to The 2010 Gold Standard Awards programme. September 06, 2010
First Gulf Bank appoints corporate affairs headFirst Gulf Bank (FGB) has appointed Abdulwahed Juma as head of corporate affairs. September 06, 2010
Hilton appoints new comms directorHilton Worldwide today announced the appointment of Celina Low to the post of senior director of corporate communications for Asia Pacific. September 06, 2010
Nominations open for 2010 Gold Standard AwardsNominations have opened for the 2010 Gold Standard Awards with a series of new categories and an expanded sponsors programme unveiled. September 03, 2010
AmCham-China appoints new GA vice presidentThe American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham-China) has announced that Patrick Wang will be the chamber's next vice president of government relations. September 02, 2010
H&K appoints new Brussel's MDHill & Knowlton has announced that Thomas Tindemans is taking up the role of managing director of EU public affairs. September 02, 2010
Landmark Group appoints JiWinLandmark Group has announced the appointment of Dubai-based JiWin Public Relations as the agency responsible for handling its public relations and corporate affairs across the Gulf Cooperation Council region. September 01, 2010
RICS Asia appoints head of commsThe Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) today announces that the appointment of Roy Ying as the new head of communications of RICS Asia. September 01, 2010
General Motors publishes US lobbying costsGeneral Motors spent $2.72 million in the second quarter lobbying the federal government, according to a disclosure report filed in Washington. September 01, 2010
Australian Green MP backs LabourAustralian Green Party MP Adam Bandt has agreed to help the Labour Party form a minority Australian government. September 01, 2010
RIM makes progress on BlackBerry banResearch in Motion, the BlackBerry producer has managed to resolve the twin threat of a ban in Saudia Arabia and potentilly one in India. August 31, 2010
New report says IPCC needs to changeAn indpendent review has said that the the UN's climate science body, the IPCC needs stricter checks to prevent damage to the organisation's credibility. August 31, 2010
Beijing-Tokyo Forum predicts Asian Golden AgeMore than 200 opinion leaders from political, business, academic and media world from Japan and China have met at the sixth Beijing-Tokyo Forum. August 31, 2010
India removes nuclear energy banA bill allowing the opening of India's US$150 billion civilian nuclear sector passed its final parliamentary stage on Monday after a controversial debate. August 31, 2010
Weber Shandwick wins new China contractArvinMeritor, Inc., a global supplier to commercial truck, trailer and specialty original equipment manufacturers and certain aftermarkets, has chosen Weber Shandwick to launch a brand campaign in China following a competitive pitch. August 30, 2010
PAA hosts crisis comms roundtablePublicAffairsAsia, APCO and AmCham Singapore have co-hosted a roundtable to discuss the long term impact of the global financial crisis on corporate affairs and government relations strategies. August 26, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia and News Corporation to honour diplomatic achievementPublicAffairsAsia, in association with News Corporation, is set to honour the work done by Diplomatic Missions in the commercial and public affairs arena with a new Gold Standard Award. August 26, 2010
Edholm appointed SVP corporate communications at ElectroluxAnders Edholm has been appointed SVP corporate communications and head of Group Staff Communications of AB Electrolux. August 26, 2010
ADB report points to strong Asian growthAsia has shown more resilience than initially expected to the global financial crisis, with major economies posting strong growth, even as demand for exports from the US and Europe fell, says a new report from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). August 20, 2010
ADB predicts Asian middle class explosionThe Asian Development Bank has published a forecast predicting an explosion in the spending power of the middle class consumer. August 19, 2010
Taiwan approves major trade dealTaiwan's legislature has approved a major trade pact with China reducing tariffs on hundreds of of Chinese and Taiwanese products. August 18, 2010
Boeing appoints new comms directorBoeing has announced that Allison Bone has been appointed to the role of communications director Australia-New Zealand. August 17, 2010
Aquino to embrace social mediaPresident Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III and top government officials have launched a new website that allows the public to interact with them. August 17, 2010
MS&L partners with Conservation InternationalMS&L Singapore has announced that it has been appointed the official communications partner for the non-profit organisation Conservation International Singapore, on a pro bono basis. August 17, 2010
Chinese industry faces emissions crackdownThe authorities in eastern China have cut off electricity to more than 500 factories for a month after they failed to meet emission reduction targets. August 16, 2010
RIM continues to lobby Indian governmentResearch in Motion (RIM) continued its discussions today with the Indian government on how to resolve demands for interception of its various services by security agencies. August 16, 2010
Ogilvy & Mather appoints new research leadOgilvy & Mather China has announced the appointment of Dr. Michael Griffiths as director of ethnography. August 16, 2010
Ogilvy & Mather appoints new Hong Kong CEOOgilvy & Mather has announced the promotion of Adam O'Conor to the newly created role of chief executive officer of the Ogilvy Group in Hong Kong. August 16, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard appoints new marketing headFleishman-Hillard International Communications has appointed Kitty Lee as regional marketing manager. August 13, 2010
Myanmar poll date announcedMyanmar's first election in two decades will be held on November 7, the miltary government has announced. August 13, 2010
BM appoints Indonesian MDBurson-Marsteller has announced the appointment of Daisy Primayanti as managing director and market leader for Indonesia. August 13, 2010
Omnicom appoints comms VPOmnicom Group has appointed Clara So to the position of director of corporate communications of Omnicom Group for Asia Pacific, India, Middle East and Africa. August 04, 2010
Safeway appoints new government relations VPThe supermarket chain Safeway Inc., has announced the appointment of Jonathan Mayes to senior vice president of government relations, public affairs, corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. August 04, 2010
CIT Group appoints new PA chiefThe CIT Group, a leading provider of financing to small businesses and middle market companies, today announced the appointment of Margaret D. Tutwiler as executive vice president, head of communications, marketing and government relations effective August 2, 2010. August 04, 2010
Peabody Energy appoints new government relations VPPeabody Energy, the world's largest private coal company, has hired former Rio Tinto mining executive Michael Flannigan as vice president of international government relations. August 03, 2010
2010 Gold Standard Awards formally launchedPublicAffairsAsia has formally launched the 2010 Gold Standard Awards - the only programme recognising global excellence in the field of Asia Pacific-related public affairs, corporate affairs and governmental communications. August 02, 2010
UAE threatens to ban Blackberry useSome services provided by Blackberry will be suspended in the United Arab Emirates on grounds of national security according to the UAE's telecoms regulator, TRA. August 01, 2010
Kan pledges to avoid legal logjamIn a rare press conference on Friday, Japanese prime minister, Naoto Kan, has pledged to reduce wasteful spending, spend money to stimulate employment and reduce the number of legislators. August 01, 2010
Waggener Edstrom appoints digital advocacy VPWaggener Edstrom Worldwide has appointed Suzanne Zurn as vice president for digital advocacy based in Washington, D.C. July 30, 2010
China to make publicity filmTwo publicity films are to be made to boost China's image internationally. July 30, 2010
China's sovereign wealth fund posts healthy returnChina's sovereign wealth fund, the China Investment Corporation has published a return of 11.7 percent on its global investment portfolio in 2009. July 30, 2010
Alcatel-Lucent appoints new Asia-Pacific PA chiefCommunications technology company Alcatel-Lucent has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Aris to the newly created position of head of marketing, strategy and public affairs for Asia Pacific. July 30, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard appoints new global comms MDFleishman-Hillard has appointed Stephanie Marchesi to the newly created role of managing director and senior partner, Global Integrated Marketing Communications. July 28, 2010
Seoul wins top place in e-governance surveySeoul City ranked first on the 2010 Rutgers Global E-Governance Survey, securing the position for the fourth year in a row. July 28, 2010
Twitter founder celebrates success in JapanTwitter chief executive Evan Williams celebrated the dramatic growth of the microblogging service he co-founded at a dinner event Friday with 500 Japanese fans and promised to learn from them. July 27, 2010
Aquino pledges new era of clean governmentPresident Benigno Aquino has pledged a new era of clean government in the Philippines. July 27, 2010
Weber Shandwick backs Barcelona PrinciplesWeber Shandwick has announced its endorsement of the "Barcelona Principles" for effective public relations measurement. July 27, 2010
Lobbying fees proposed in US CongressA bill introduced in the US House of Representatives Judiciary Committee would impose fees on lobbyists, based on their number of clients. July 27, 2010
Home appliance lobby hires new directorThe US Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) has hired Jennifer E. Cleary as director of regulatory affairs, to supplement its government relations department with additional expertise. July 27, 2010
US renewable energy lobby hires new VPThe American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) has announced that, Todd Foley, has joined the council in the role of senior vice president of policy and government relations. July 27, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia holds anti-corruption roundtablePublicAffairsAsia has hosted a high level roundtable for senior corporate figures in Thailand, which examined the National Anti Corruption Commission's ongoing efforts to reduce graft and increase transparency in the country. July 26, 2010
US visit highlights strong bond with ThailandTop US diplomat William Burns has stressed the crucial importance of US-Thai relations and said it was a key example of America's enduring commitment to the region. July 26, 2010
Apple encounters PA and PR trouble in South KoreaThe decision by Apple to drop the launch of its iPhone 4 from the South Korean market has drawn negative comment in the South Korean media and on the internet, following the company's failure to secure the necessary regulatory approval for the new product. July 26, 2010
Bang PR appoints new MDSingapore based consultancy, Bang PR has appointed Sally Chew to the role of managing directo replacing Jessie Ho who leaves the agency after three years. July 26, 2010
Majority of fake products in the EU from ChinaAn EU report says 64% of fake or pirated goods seized in the 27-nation bloc last year came from China - a 10% increase on 2008. July 23, 2010
Fox Japan seeks new licenceFox Japan is trying to secure a second license for digital satellite broadcasts, which it plans to use for a National Geographic channel. July 23, 2010
UNCTAD report shows China in FDI second placeThe chances of China overtaking the United States as the top foreign direct investment (FDI) destination remains unlikely according to United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). July 23, 2010
HYCOR appoints new regulatory chiefHYCOR Biomedical, Inc., a manufacturer of in vitro diagnostic products for the global allergy, autoimmune and urinalysis markets has appointed Steve Johnson as director of quality and regulatory affairs. July 23, 2010
Korean celebrities to promote G20 summitKorean actress Han Hyo-joo, along with figure skater Kim Yuna and footballer Park Ji-sung, has been named publicity ambassador for the upcoming G20 summit, in Seoul on November 11 and 12. July 23, 2010
Vietnam calls for ASEAN energy actionVietnam has called on Southeast Asian countries to consider using nuclear energy as Asia faces rising energy needs to fuel its economic growth. July 22, 2010
Facebook reaches user recordThe social media network, Facebook has announced it has reached the figure of five hundred million users. July 22, 2010
Seoul Summit chief promises more inclusionThe chief organiser of the Group of 20 Seoul Summit has promised increased efforts to interact more actively with non-member states to ensure the meeting of leading economies represents the interests of a greater majority of the world. July 21, 2010
EU to host major trade event in ShanghaiThe European Commission said it will hold a two-day trade event at the Shanghai World Expo to showcase the importance of developing trade relations between the European Union and China. July 21, 2010
Good Relations India launches PA functionGood Relations India (GRI), has promoted two of its key members of the management team, following the launch of its new PA service. July 21, 2010
Burson-Marsteller appoints new US directorBurson-Marsteller has announced the appointment of Pete Havel as a director in the U.S. Public Affairs Practice. July 20, 2010
Tonic Communications opens in Hong KongHuntsworth Health has announced today that its Lifesciences to Lifestyle agency Tonic Life Communications has officially launched in Asia, with the opening of its first office in Hong Kong. July 20, 2010
Thai Korean tour points to investment advantagesThe head of Thailand's leading investment agency, Atchaka Sibunruang, has been touring Seoul's business community highlighting the advantages of Korea investing in the Thai economy. July 20, 2010
Manulife appoints new comms vice presidentFiona Chan has been appointed assistant vice president, regional brand development and communications for Manulife July 20, 2010
Malaysian government accused of harrassing mediaThe NGO, Human Rights Watch has accused the Malaysian government of attempting to "browbeat the opposition press into silence" and called for an end to its oppressive publishing permit scheme. July 19, 2010
Euro RSCG appoints new regional digital chiefEuro RSCG has named Daniel Lee as regional digital director, Southeast Asia for Euro RSCG 4D. July 19, 2010
Chinese pharma sector set to boomThe production value of China's pharmaceutical industry is projected to grow at an average annual rate of 22% from 2010 to 2019, according to a report issued by the Southern Medicine Economic Research Institute (SMERI). July 19, 2010
Indian drinks sector creates new lobbying bodyLeading beverages companies in India have come together to form the Indian Beverage Association (IBA) to address common concerns faced by the sector. July 19, 2010
Australian contest likely to be negative and closeTony Abbott, the leader of the Australian opposition has criticised the prime minister, Julia Gillard, for calling a sudden general election, claiming that she had failed to establish her credentials before the electorate. July 19, 2010
Chinese premier reassures foreign investorsChinese prime minister, Wen Jiabao has tried to reassure foreign business leaders that China's investment climate was stable and that China would not stop the export of rare metals needed to manufacture computers and mobile phones. July 19, 2010
Lee appoints new PR secretaryPresident Lee Myung-bak has named Hong Sang-pyo, the managing director of the cable news network YTN, as his new senior secretary for public relations. July 16, 2010
US appoints new ambassador to ThailandPresident Barack Obama has named Kristie Kenney as the new US ambassador to Thailand. July 16, 2010
Waggener Edstrom appoints new senior VPWaggener Edstrom Worldwide has hired Hannah Coan as a senior vice president. July 15, 2010
Former EU commissioner joins Fleishman-Hillard advisory boardFleishman-Hillard today announced that Guenter Verheugen has joined Fleishman-Hillard's International Advisory Board. July 15, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard appoints new Japan MDFleishman-Hillard International Communications has announced the appointment of Yoichi Kinoshita as managing director and partner of its Tokyo operation. July 15, 2010
UK foreign secretary calls for closer Anglo-Chinese tiesBritain's foreign secretary, William Hague, has called for the UK and China to be "partners" in economic growth. July 15, 2010
Yau departs Citigate Dewe Rogerson for APCO Hong KongCitigate Dewe Rogerson's Sukyi Yau is to join APCO to lead its financial communication practice in Greater China. July 15, 2010
Six Chinese cities top competiveness chartSix Chinese cities are among the top 100 competitive cities in the world, according to a survey released by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS). July 15, 2010
Senior US diplomat to visit regionWilliam Burns, number three in the US State Department's hierarchy, will be visiting Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia and the Philippines over the next five days. July 15, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia announces 2010 Gold Standard AwardsPublicAffairsAsia is this week announcing the timeline and categories for the 2010 Gold Standard Awards as the programme's website goes live. July 14, 2010
Siva joins Edelman in KLRaymond Siva has joined Edelman in Kuala Lumpur as managing director to build on the public relations firm's technology, healthcare and digital work. July 14, 2010
Singapore boom continuesSingapore will become the world's fastest growing economy after the Singapore government upgraded its 2010 growth forecast to between 13 and fifteen per cent. July 14, 2010
Text 100 makes regional changesText 100 APAC has announced a widespread series of regional management changes. July 14, 2010
APCO makes IAC appointmentYuli Ismartono, deputy chief editor of the English edition of TEMPO, a weekly news and current-affairs magazine based in Jakarta, has joined APCO Worldwide as a member of the company's International Advisory Council. July 14, 2010
Chinese ease internet licencesThe Chinese government has announced the abolition of special licences required of internet service providers before they could operate forums and chat rooms. July 13, 2010
Business leaders call for major Thai reformForeign business leaders have called on the Thai government to make reform of the financial and telecom sectors top priorities and called for an end to interest rate discrimination in lending to large companies compared to small businesses and individuals. July 13, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard wins G20 Seoul Business SummitFleishman-Hillard has been selected as the communications partner of The Seoul G20 Business Summit scheduled for this November. July 12, 2010
Kan under pressure after election defeatThe Democratic Party of Japan has failed to win elections to the upper house and placed new pressure on prime minister Naoto Kan to resign. July 12, 2010
China unveils new credit ratingA Chinese company has unveiled China's own sovereign credit rating report, for the first time evaluating 50 countries and becoming the first non-Western rating agency to assess the world's sovereign credit and risks. July 12, 2010
Wilson Daniels appoints new PR directorSpecialist wine company Wilson Daniels Ltd has. announces the appointment of April Sack as director of public relations . July 12, 2010
APCO launches new reputation surveyAPCO Worldwide has launched the first in a series of studies using its Return on Reputation Indicator, which aims to improve and protect corporate reputation. July 10, 2010
Parallel software extends its PR reachParallels, a provider of virtualization and Cloud services automation software has appointed Bite Communications to manage its global communications, media, and analyst relations programmess after adding United States and Europe, Middle East and Africa to the original Asia-Pacific and Japan network. July 10, 2010
Genesis BM appoints new PA headGenesis Burson-Marsteller has appointed Rahul Sharma as president of its public affairs practice. July 09, 2010
Pegasus makes senior appointmentsPegasus Communications has added to his senior management with the appointment of Jeffrey Yu and Carol Ong. July 09, 2010
USEC appoints new GR directorUSEC a leading global supplier of enriched uranium has appointmed Jim Howe as director of US government relations. July 08, 2010
US tech lobby promotes policy VPTechNet the political network of chief executive officers and senior management of leading U.S. technology companies has announce the promotion of Betsy Mulins to senior vice president for policy and political affairs. July 06, 2010
Thailand extends emergency ruleThe Thai government has extended a state of emergency in 19 provinces, including the capital Bangkok, because of fears of renewed violence. July 06, 2010
McDonald's counteracts food claimsMcDonald's has found itself in an Asian food safety communications scenario amid fresh reports of additives being added to its supply in China. July 06, 2010
Thai media calls for independent regulationSeveral leading Thai media professionals have agreed on the need to reform their sector but say the government should allow news organisations and an independent regulator to manage the process. July 05, 2010
Ziosoft appoints new comms directorZiosoft Incorporated has announced the appointment of Laurie Hallwyler as senior director of corporate communications. July 05, 2010
Royal Caribbean appoints new corp comms VPRoyal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has appointed Michele Nadeem to the position of vice president of global corporate communications. July 05, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard appoints new Singapore VPFleishman-Hillard has announced that Mark Lee will lead the firm's Singapore operations as senior vice president and will also oversee the firm's corporate and financial communications practice across Southeast Asia. July 02, 2010
APCO launches new transport serviceAPCO Worldwide has launched a new service to assist with the smooth management of transport projects. July 02, 2010
Thai consultation crashes telephone networkA nationwide telephone consultation on the future of Thai politics started badly yesterday, when an influx of calls resulted in the telephone system crashing. July 02, 2010
Business leadership events remain strong says new surveySenior executive participation at business leadership conferences has held steady or grown since the start of the global economic crisis, according to nearly three-quarters (73%) of external communications professionals surveyed online by global public relations firm Weber Shandwick and executive communications journal Vital Speeches of the Day. June 30, 2010
Kreab Gavin Anderson appoints Tokyo partnerKreab Gavin Anderson has announced the appointment of technology industry specialist, Joseph Schmidt, as partner in the firm’s Tokyo office. June 29, 2010
APCO apoints former senior White House aideGordon Johndroe, former spokesman for the National Security Council and former White House deputy press secretary, has joined APCO Worldwide as a vice president in the Washington, D.C., office's government relations practice. June 29, 2010
Chinese Communist Party membership growsChina's Communist Party membership has grown to 78 million people, an increase of two million people from 2008. June 28, 2010
Moore joins APCO's advisory councilThe former US assistant secretary of commerce for trade development, James P Moore, has joined APCO Worldwide as a senior counselor and member of the company's International Advisory Council (IAC). June 24, 2010
Hill & Knowlton appoints Australian MDHill & Knowlton has appointed Marcus Warner as managing director, Australia. June 24, 2010
Clea Public Relations wins TV news contractClea Public Relations has won the public relations contract for the Indian TV company, IMN News, the soon to be launched English news channel which is currently known as News X. June 24, 2010
China publishes record audit reportThe National Audit Office in China has published the country's longest annual audit report, with three unprecedented appendixes, showing increased supervision over the use of public money. June 24, 2010
New research shows consumer discontentNew research from Euro RSCG Worldwide indicates a possible shift in consumer values and attitudes as people begin to radically rethink their values and lifestyles. June 24, 2010
Euro RSCG makes Asia Pacific changesEuro RSCG has appointed Juan Rocamora to be the new chairman of Euro RSCG Asia Pacific. June 24, 2010
Financial Dynamics announces merger amid new focus on ChinaFD Third Person, the Australian part of Financial Dynamics, is to be merged with FD Asia. June 24, 2010
New measurement rules adopted in BarcelonaThe second European Summit on Measurement has reached agreement on the principles underlying the effective measurement of communications activity. June 23, 2010
Text 100 faces management changesText 100 has undergone a series of management changes following the resignation of its European regional director Kjell Helm. June 23, 2010
Kreab Gavin Anderson hires senior fund managerKreab Gavin Anderson has announced the appointment of former fund manager Kevin Smith as a senior adviser to the firm in Asia. June 22, 2010
PAA and Fleishman host senior roundtablePublicAffairsAsia has hosted a top-level roundtable in Hong Kong as part of the The Gold Standard Awards knowledge exchange series. June 21, 2010
Australian government pre-empts media lobbyThe Australian government has moved to head off intense media lobbying ahead of the election by calling on a review of the future of Australia Network, the international broadcasting service. June 21, 2010
Bhopal report to be submitted to Indian PMCorporate affairs executives are watching closely as the Indian government today receives a report into the Bhopal disaster June 21, 2010
Japanese PM warns of financial meltdownJapan's new prime minister, Naoto Kan, has pledged a radical fiscal overhaul to reduce the country's massive public debt and has warned of a Greek-style meltdown, should Japan fail to tackle its financial problems. June 11, 2010
Edelman hires former Obama adviserMichael Slaby, former technology and new media advisor to the White House and chief technology officer for “Obama for America,” has been appointed executive vice president and global practice chair of Edelman's digital practice. June 11, 2010
Japanese postal minister resigns over reformJapanese postal reform minister Shizuka Kamei has announced his resignation in a dispute over postal privatisation. June 11, 2010
Google warns over Vietnamese internet crackdownGoogle has expressed concern regarding new regulations in Vietnam that will allow the government to restrict web access and track user behaviour. June 11, 2010
Weber Shandwick appoints new EU chiefWeber Shandwick has announced the appointment of Ana Costillas to lead its European Union public affairs arm. June 11, 2010
New report says AIG bailout had a "poisonous" effectThe US Congressional Oversight Panel has said it is not certain that the US$182 billion bailout of the American International Group will ever be fully recovered. June 10, 2010
IMF chief warns of increased economic risksRisks to the global economic outlook have "risen significantly," according to International Monetary Fund Deputy Managing Director, Naoyuki Shinohara. June 10, 2010
Chinese aviation lobby criticises EU tax planChina's aviation lobby has attacked the European Union's proposed carbon tax on flights to and from the European Union that will come in to effect from 2012. June 09, 2010
Chinese internet white paper publishedThe Chinese government has published a white paper on its internet policy, stressing citizens' freedom of internet speech and the contribution it has made to economic development. June 08, 2010
Chinese launch emergency initiativeThe first national institute in China to teach emergency management will be set up by the end of the year to deal with an increasing number of emergencies. June 08, 2010
Foxconn under more pressureThe AGM of the Taiwanese IT corporation Foxconn has been subject to protests by trade union activists over a series of suicides at Foxconn factories. June 08, 2010
New entry into Australian PA arenaA team of political advisers and journalists has established a new public affairs and strategic communications firm in Australia, the CBC Group. June 08, 2010
Rowland enlarges Brisbane teamAustralian corporate communications consultancy Rowland has made three senior appointments. June 07, 2010
Vriens & Partners opens Vietnam operationSingapore-based PA consultancy Vriens & Partners has started operating in Vietnam offering a range of services including government relations, CSR and stakeholder communications strategies. June 07, 2010
Asia rapidly becoming strategically more important to global consultanciesBusiness generated by Asian corporations, SOEs and government bodies is rapidly becoming strategically more important to global public affairs and public relations consultancies operating in the region, the 2010 PublicAffairsAsia State of the Industry Survey reports today. June 07, 2010
Naoto Kan becomes new Japanese PMFormer Japanese finance minister Naoto Kan has been confirmed as the new prime minister following a parliamentary vote. June 04, 2010
APCO appoints global health chiefTimothy P. Cost has been appointed as global chairman (healthcare) and executive vice president at APCO Worldwide. June 03, 2010
Edelman appoints senior PA chiefSenior US PA operator Steve Schmidt is set to join Edelman as vice chairman of public affairs. June 03, 2010
BP chief forced to issue apology on FacebookTony Howard, the chief executive of BP, has been forced to issue an apology for saying in an interview with NBC that he would "like my life back" following the enormous oil spill along the Gulf of Mexico. June 03, 2010
Huawei launches American CSR reportChinese telecomunications giant Huawei has released its first annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report. June 02, 2010
Travelport appoints new comms chiefTravelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry has announced the appointment of Julian Walker as head of corporate communications. June 02, 2010
Hatoyama quits as PMJapanese prime minister Yukio Hatoyama has performed a spectacular u-turn over his political future and formally announced his resignation, after just eight months in the the job. June 02, 2010
H&K appoints global health chiefHill & Knowlton has announced the appointment of Daniel McIntyre as worldwide head of healthcare. June 01, 2010
Singapore SWFs scored highly by surveySingapore's sovereign wealth funds have been ranked second only to Norway's in transparency, governance and independence from the government,according to a survey conducted by Hill & Knowlton and Penn Schoen Berland. June 01, 2010
Davies to depart GraylingChris Davies has confirmed his resignation as managing director of Grayling Asia. June 01, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia to publish State of Industry 2010 reportPublicAffairsAsia is set to publish the findings of the 2010 State of the Industry report into the consultancy GA and PA sector. June 01, 2010
Pakistan restores Facebook amid continuing social media restrictionsPakistan has restored access to Facebook, nearly two weeks after closing the popular networking site in a storm of controversy about blasphemy, but still restricted hundreds of online links. June 01, 2010
Malaysian animal testing lobby steps up campaignA Malaysian government official has defended an Indian company's plans to build an animal testing medicine lab in his state, saying that God created monkeys and rats for experiments to benefit humans. June 01, 2010
Ruder Finn appoints new HK & Singapore MDRuder Finn has announced the appointment of Ng Chip Keng as managing director of its Hong Kong and Singapore operations. June 01, 2010
India and China signal closer tiesThe presidents of both China and India have said that they seek further economic and political benefits from working more closely together. May 28, 2010
Media summit warns of "trust crisis"The annual Asia Media summit in Beijing has called for more objective, reliable and accurate information for the public, as it warned of a "trust crisis". May 26, 2010
Corporate reputation under the spotlightMajor issues of corporate responsibility have been expressed in China over a series of employee suicides at a massive electronics plant in the south of the country run by Taiwanese group Foxconn. May 26, 2010
Osaka bids to be Japanese gatewayThe governor of Osaka prefecture, Toru Hashimoto, has called on the Japanese government to designate Osaka a special business zone in a bid to make the region a key entry point for business in Asia. May 24, 2010
Clinton calls for level playing field in ChinaUS secretary of state Hillary Clinton has arrived in Beijing to participate in the annual Strategic and Economic Dialogue. May 24, 2010
Malaysia to tackle subsidy distortionsThe Malaysian government is to meet next week in an attempt to reduce subsidies which have more than doubled since 2006, leading to a twenty year record deficit. May 21, 2010
Shell appoints new global comms chiefHerbert Heitmann has been appointed executive vice president of global external communications at Shell, based in The Hague. May 21, 2010
Large Chinese companies in major GA driveTwenty five private companies in Eastern China's Zhejiang province are trying to recruit party secretaries to boost their government relations capacity. May 21, 2010
Weber Shandwick wins Microsoft contractMicrosoft has appointed Weber Shandwick as its single agency of record for the Asia Pacific region after a review involving five agencies. May 21, 2010
Trilogy appoints new presidentTrilogy Capital Partners a New York-based leading financial services company engaged in merchant banking, strategic planning and financial communications has announced the appointment of Darren Minton as President. May 21, 2010
APCO appoints senior Bush aideAnita McBride, former assistant to president George W. Bush and chief of staff to Laura Bush, joins APCO Worldwide as a member of the company’s International Advisory Council (IAC) and a senior counselor with Global Political Strategies. May 20, 2010
Edelman creates new science unitEdelman has announced the creation of DJE Science, a specialty unit partnering with science-intensive businesses and organisations. May 20, 2010
BM sign up Malaysian affiliateEssence Communications, a leading Malaysian communications firm, and Burson-Marsteller have announced that they have entered into an exclusive partnership alliance agreement. May 20, 2010
Singapore tops competition leagueSingapore has come first place in a highly respected international analysis of economic competitiveness, the IMD World Competetiveness Yearbook, ahead of both Hong Kong and the United States. May 20, 2010
Thaksin predicts no end to Thai crisisFugitive Thai prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra has warned that breaking up the red shirt protest in central Bangkok could lead to wider civil unrest and will not end Thailand's political divisions. May 19, 2010
Toyota faces more reputational damageToyota has been forced to recall 11,500 Lexus vehicles worldwide due to a steering system defect following earlier reputational damage late last year. May 19, 2010
Cheil Worldwide wins G-20 contractCheil Worldwide has been landed the contract to manage the public relations programme for the Seoul G-20 Summit Meeting, which will be held from November 10-12, 2010. May 17, 2010
Virgin Blue announces new PA managerVirgin Blue Holdings Limited has announced the appointment of Danielle Keighery as general manager of public affairs to lead its communications team. May 17, 2010
USEC appoints corp comms VPUSEC, the leading global supplier of enriched urnanium fuel, has announced the appointment of Paul Jacobson as vice president of corporate communications. May 17, 2010
American insurance giant AIG appoints new comms chiefMark Herr has been appointed head of corporate communications for AIG Financial Services. May 17, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard signs key Australian dealFleishman-Hillard International Communications has announced a strategic alliance with Rowland,a leading corporate communications and business advisory group in Brisbane. May 12, 2010
AmCham China calls for more focus on FDIThe American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham) has called for an increased focus on the national treatment of foreign-invested companies operating in the People's Republic and has expressed concerns over reduced market access. May 11, 2010
Government Affairs Forum speakers confirmed as event reaches capacityThe speaker list for the 2010 China Government Affairs Forum conference has been released by PublicAffairsAsia. May 11, 2010
Bite Communications appoints new China MDBite Communications has announced that Lancy Ma has become managing director of its China operation. May 10, 2010
Chinese carbon tax predictedA leading Chinese energy expert has predicted that China will introduce a carbon tax and increase the price of fossil fuels over the next five years. May 10, 2010
Foreign business welcomes break in Thai deadlockForeign business leaders have welcomed the Thai government's efforts to achieve national reconciliation but have made clear it will take time to restore investor confidence after months of political stalemate. May 05, 2010
Thaksin hires law firm to help protestersThailand's former prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, has hired an international law firm to assist the anti-government red shirt protest movement which is holding mass rallies in Bangkok. May 04, 2010
US pledges to boost China exportsThe US government has pledged to reduce its huge trade deficit by boosting its exports to China. May 04, 2010
Asia bucks reversal in global press freedomAsia is bucking a trend which in which global press freedom is becoming more restricted, according to a new study by US-based Freedom House. April 30, 2010
Memac Ogilvy appoints regional PR headMemac Ogilvy has announced the appointment of Saada Hammad as regional director of public relations for the Middle East and North Africa. April 29, 2010
APCO Worldwide woos Gilligan in BeijingFormer senior McDonald's executive Greg Gilligan has been appointed managing director of APCO Worldwide's Beijing office. April 28, 2010
Software lobby calls for more action on piracyGovernments across Asia must do more to fight software piracy and create a sympathetic legal environment if local software companies are to survive, the Business Software Alliance (BSA) has said.. April 26, 2010
New China think tank launchedThe Carnegie Endowment has announced the launch of the Carnegie Tsinghua Centre for Global Policy, a joint US China research centre based at Tsinghua University in Beijing. April 25, 2010
Ruder Finn makes senior China appointmentElan Shou has re-joined Ruder Finn China as managing director of training and offerings. April 23, 2010
Opposition expresses fears over Thai economy and press freedomAs Thailand's political stalemate continues concern has been expressed among business and politicians over press freedoms and Thailand's economic future. April 21, 2010
EU launches Chinese anti-subsidy investigationThe European Union has decided to conduct an anti-subsidy investigation into imported Chinese coated paper, following a complaint by an industry lobby group. April 19, 2010
CCOs given guide to first 100 days in postWeber Shandwick has published a new guide which it says will coach chief communications officers through their first 100 days in post. April 15, 2010
China makes major move on FDISenior Chinese officials have reaffirmed the country's committment to widening market access to foreign investors with the introduction of a major new directive. April 15, 2010
Weber Shandwick makes key healthcare appointmentWeber Shandwick has appointed Valerie Tan as vice president of the firm's healthcare practice in Singapore. April 09, 2010
Artificial Life appoints new external relations VP3G telecoms and applications provider Artificial Life has announced the appointment of Michelle Lam as its new vice president of investor relations and public relations. April 09, 2010
Grayling signs deal with Global AllianceThe Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management (GA) has announced a sponsorship agreement with Grayling. April 07, 2010
New Japanese political party launchedFormer Japanese finance minister, Kaoru Yosano, and former trade minister, Takeo Haranuma, will this week launch a new political party. April 07, 2010
Edelman announces Brussels mergerEdelman has announced a merger with specialist PA operator The Centre at the European Union's Brussels HQ. April 06, 2010
China Government Affairs Forum nears capacityThe May 25 China Government Affairs Forum is nearing capacity as senior corporate figures continue to examine MNCs' position in China's trading landscape. April 05, 2010
China moves to reassure foreign investorsThe Chinese government has moved to reassure foreign investors that the business environment would remain open to foreign investment. April 02, 2010
Leading Japanese agencies sign dealBurson-Marsteller is to partner with specialist agency GR Japan to offer joint strategic government relations and public relations advisory services. April 01, 2010
Grayling appoints industry leadsGrayling has announced a major management change with the the appointment of its six industry sector heads. April 01, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard opens Jakarta officeFleishman-Hillard has named Louise Tuhatu vice president and general manager to lead its new Jakarta office. March 31, 2010
Toyota attempts to recover reputationThe Toyota Motor Corp. has announced several steps to improve its image, including the establishment of a panel of regional and local quality-control executives that will manage future recalls. March 31, 2010
Kissenger reportedly engaged Chinese for Rio TintoMining corporation Rio Tinto has reportedly turned to former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger to help rebuild its relations according to the Sydney Morning Herald. March 31, 2010
Citi appoints new global PA chiefCitigroup Inc. has announced that New York City deputy mayor Edward Skyler will join the company as executive vice president for global public affairs. March 31, 2010
Rowbury becomes Edelman Japanese presidentRoss Rowbury will join Edelman on 1 May as President, Japan. March 29, 2010
Rio Tinto executives found guiltyFour Rio Tinto executives have been found guilty of bribery and secrets theft by a Chinese court. March 29, 2010
Thai PM holds talks with protestersThe Thai government is holding its second day of talks with United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship better known as the red shirts. March 29, 2010
China to step up anti-corruption activityChina will step up efforts to crack major corruption cases, especially those with collusion between leading officials and business people, according to premier Wen Jiabao. March 29, 2010
ISI makes key regulatory appointmentISI, a leading provider of software and services to the life sciences industry has announced that it has appointed Lisa Jenkins to the position of director of regulatory strategy. March 29, 2010
Momentum builds ahead of China Government Affairs ForumA wide range of partner organisations and speakers have been announced as PublicAffairsAsia prepares for the first Government Affairs Forum conference in Beijing. March 26, 2010
BM appoints new global healthcare chiefBurson-Marsteller has appointed Helene Ellison to be global chairman of its healthcare practice. March 25, 2010
Disney appoints Pei as China GA chiefThe Walt Disney Company has announced the appointment of Yvonne Pei to the position of senior vice president for government affairs in Greater China. March 25, 2010
EU Chamber to host NPC seminarThe European Union Chamber of Commerce in China is to host a seminar on the outcomes of the recently concluded Plenary Session of the National People's Congress 2010. March 25, 2010
Global Alliance welcomes four new membersThe Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, the umbrella organization linking PR professional associations worldwide, today officially welcomed new members from four countries. The Alliance continues to grow as the international public relations community prepares for the World Public Relations Forum in Stockholm in June. March 25, 2010
BM appoints new regional MDBurson-Marsteller has appointed Christine Jones as Regional Managing Director, Asia-Pacific. March 24, 2010
Google pulls search engines from the PRCThe Chinese government has attacked Google's decision to abandon censoring search results and for redirecting users in mainland China to its unrestricted Hong Kong site. March 23, 2010
Rio Tinto executives admit to taking bribesFour executives of mining giant Rio Tinto have admitted to a court in the Chinese city of Shanghai that they took bribes. March 23, 2010
Porter Novelli makes key health apointmentsPorter Novelli has announced two major appointments to its global healthcare team. March 23, 2010
Blair accused over Korean oil adviceFormer British prime minister Tony Blair received cash from a Korean oil company run by a former bribery convict. March 23, 2010
Zurich appoints new global commms chiefZurich Financial Services Group (Zurich) has announced today the appointment of Pierre Goad as its global head of corporate communications, effective from May 1, 2010. March 22, 2010
Dentsu BlueFocus to be launchedThe Dentsu Group has announced the creation of a new public relations consultancy called Dentsu BlueFocus (Beijing) in a joint venture with Chinese public relations company BlueFocus Communications. March 18, 2010
Thai premier open to red shirt negotiationsThailand's prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has said he is open to negotiations with the red-shirt protesters who have massed in Bangkok to demand that he resign and hold a general election. March 18, 2010
Commerce welcomes Wen's commitment to foreign businessThe European Chamber in China has welcomed Premier Wen Jiabao's commitment to a level playing field for foreign businesses and domestic enterprises. March 15, 2010
PAA to host key government affairs conferencePublicAffairsAsia has announced its first Government Affairs Forum conference for senior PA practitioners and corporate managers in Beijing. March 12, 2010
Cambodia passes corruption lawCambodia's parliament has approved a controversial anti-corruption law after more than 15 years after the legislation was first proposed. March 11, 2010
Japanese respond to industry lobbyThe Japanese governmnent has yielded to lobbying pressure from industry over its proposed legislation on climate change. March 11, 2010
IATA appoints new regional chiefThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) has appointed Willy Boulter as regional vice president for Asia-Pacific. March 05, 2010
Dow Jones names new chief communications officerDow Jones & Company has announced the appointment of Bethany B. Sherman as chief communications officer. March 05, 2010
Greenpeace China calls for more green actionAs China's National People's Congress opens,Greenpeace calls on the legislative body to develop strong policies that would accelerate moves to a green economy,encourage energy efficiency and sustainable construction. March 05, 2010
Edelman makes senior Australian changesEdelman has announced major changes to its senior management team in Australia. March 03, 2010
Toyota strengthens lobbying effortThe Toyota Motor Corp. is putting together a crisis team of lobbyists, lawyers and public relations specialists to handle the political and regulatory issues that have engulfed the company since its international recall over car safety. March 02, 2010
APCO woos Cargill's Coquillard in ChinaAPCO has announced that former Cargill China boss J. Norwell Coquillard has become a senior counselor and a member of its International Advisory Council. March 01, 2010
Thaksin judgement prompts fresh questionsThe international business lobby in Thailand is preparing for a fresh period of uncertainty following the decision to confiscate part of Thaksin Shinawatra's huge wealth. February 27, 2010
Toyota chief faces tough time in CongressToyota Motor president Akio Toyoda has apologised over the need for a massive recall of vehicles in an attempt to stop any further slide in company confidence. February 25, 2010
Chinese anti-smoking lobby scents victoryThe anti-smoking lobby in China are calling for a legal ban on donations and sponsorship from tobacco companies for events such as expos, festivals and sporting events. February 24, 2010
Jumeirah appoints new public affairs VPThe Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company, has appointed Piers Schreiber to the new position of vice-president of corporate communications and public affairs. February 23, 2010
BMW Australia appoints new PR chiefTim James has been appointed public relations manager for the BMW Group Australia. February 22, 2010
Edelman: Trust rises globally as NGOs rise in AsiaTrust in business is recovering in the West and remains high in key Asian nations such as China, the annual Edelman Trust survey has found. February 22, 2010
Murck to become AmCham-China presidentTop China public affairs figure Christian Murck is to be appointed as president of The American Chamber of Commerce in China. February 18, 2010
Gold Standard Awards announcedSenior PA practitioners, diplomats and political and trade figures have gathered in Hong Kong to hear the winners of the first Gold Standard Awards for political and corporate communications. February 10, 2010
Kan takes over Cohn & Wolfe healthcareCohn & Wolfe announced the appointment of Mike Kan as Global healthcare leader. February 05, 2010
Ovaitt appointed to Markovsky VPMakovsky and Company has announced the appointment of Frank Ovaitt as its new executive vice president. February 05, 2010
Korea announces major "Green Agenda"The Korean government has unveiled a major action plan to fight climate change including "cap-and-trade" legislation, tax incentives for energy saving and promotion of 10 key green technologies. February 04, 2010
Toyota faces PR stormToyota Motors is facing a major corporate communications challenge following the recall of 7.6 million cars from its 7.8 million 2009 global sales. February 02, 2010
Toshiba appoints FuelToshiba has announced the appointment of Fuel Communications as public relations agency for its notebook business in Australia and New Zealand and its audio visual business in Australia. February 02, 2010
New ministry to drive Chinese energy policyA new super ministry has been set up to take charge of China's energy policy for better coordination in formulating strategy and planning. January 28, 2010
WCG appoints new global MDInternational communications firm WCG has announced the appointment of Gail Cohen as global managing director to oversee the company's expanding international business. January 28, 2010
Korea and India cement major dealA summit between President Lee Myung-bak and prime minister Manmohan Singh has led to a major upgrading of bilateral relations between the two countries covering the economy, trade, defence and culture. January 27, 2010
BSA appoints new global comms chiefThe Business Software Alliance has announced that Matt Reid has joined as vice president of communications. January 26, 2010
Pickard to head BM Asia-PacificBurson-Marsteller has appointed Bob Pickard as president and chief executive officer for Asia-Pacific. January 25, 2010
Weber Shandwick wins HP contractHP has awarded Weber Shandwick its corporate communications remit for EMEA, Asia and Latin America. January 22, 2010
Clinton attacks internet restrictionsUS secretary of state Hillary Clinton has condemned internet censorship and control and has compared attempts to control the internet with the Berlin Wall. January 22, 2010
McKinsey study identifies need for corporate government affairsA new report has underlined the need for greater governmental engagement by multinational corporations. January 22, 2010
Vietnam presses for closer Asian-Latin American tiesThe Vietnamese deputy prime minister Pham Gia Khiem has called for closer ties between East Asia and Latin America at a meeting of the Forum for East-Asia-Latin America Co-operation (FEALAC). January 19, 2010
Grayling wins Airbus Asia comms contractAirbus has appointed Grayling to support its corporate communications activity in Singapore. January 15, 2010
China responds to Google withdrawal threatChina has insisted that foreign internet companies should be able to operate on the Mainland providing they do so "according to the law". January 14, 2010
Chinese issue further pledge on graftThe anti-corruption body of the Chinese Communist Party has unveiled a package of measures to tackle corruption while acknowledging that its task was "persistent, complicated and arduous". January 14, 2010
Review criticises China's e-governmentA national review of China's e-government campaign has criticised it for failing to offer sufficient public access and enough useful information. January 13, 2010
Ogilvy & Mather makes global appointmentOgilvy & Mather has appointed Gustavo Martinez to the newly created post of Global New Business Director. January 12, 2010
Senior Chinese minister pledges more steps against graftThe Chinese minister responsible for fighting corruption, Qu Wanxiang has pledged to target corrupt executives working in state owned enterprises (SOE). January 08, 2010
CIGNA confirms public affairs VPGlobal healthcare provider CIGNA Corporation has confirmed the appointment of Carol Ann Petren as executive vice president of legal and public affairs and general counsel. January 07, 2010
Nordson makes top corporate appointmentDispensing equipment giant Nordson Corporatio has announced the appointment of Anne M. Pombier as the company's director of corporate development. January 07, 2010
Cathay Pacific appoints new global comms chiefCathay Pacific has appointed CK Yeung as general manager of corporate communications. January 07, 2010
Ogilvy makes senior Asian changesOgilvy PR has announced that Steve Dahllof is to become CEO of its Asia Pacific operation. January 05, 2010
PR teams to restructure Dubai WorldTalks have started on how to restructure the future of Dubai World and PR agencies and experts are set to be heavily involved. January 04, 2010
Kraus predicts new era of stakeholder engagementThe challenges confronting corporate public affairs professionals have dramatically altered as a result of the financial crisis, APCO's CEO Margery Kraus has told PublicAffairsAsia. January 04, 2010
Political communications shortlist announcedPublicAffairsAsia has announced the shortlist for The Gold Standard in Political Communications. January 04, 2010
Business lobby struggles to exert pressure on climate dealBusiness leaders at the United Nations climate-change summit in Copenhagen are pushing European nations not to bow to pressure from developing nations to increase targets for greenhouse-gas cuts. December 18, 2009
Gold Standard reception venue announcedPublicAffairsAsia has announced that the Gold Standard Awards are to be presented in Hong Kong in February. December 18, 2009
China uses on-line tools to fight graftOn-line complaints against corruption across China have been flooding into a new government website aimed at increasing transparency. December 18, 2009
Malaysia publishes anti-corruption planThe Malaysian government has published a three-year plan to reduce the perception of increasing corruption following declining investor interest in Malaysia. December 18, 2009
ASEAN summit marks charter anniversaryLeaders from the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations are marking the first anniversary of the group's constitution, known as the ASEAN Charter. December 17, 2009
Cambodia to push social markets in AsiaCambodia has co-chaired with Pakistan a two day seminar on the social market economy with representatives from sixteen Asian political parties. December 16, 2009
Senior ASEAN official sworn inBagas Hapsoro, the first deputy secretary-general of ASEAN for community and corporate affairs, has taken his oath of office at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. December 16, 2009
Pro and anti governance lobbies lock horns in TokyoThe Asian Corporate Governance Association (ACGA) has warned that the proposed changes to Japanese corporate governance rules could prove to be ineffective following opposition from the Japanese Business Federation. December 16, 2009
Computer sector in major China lobbyThirty industry groups representing the computer and office equipment sector have protested to the the Chinese government saying that procurement rules effectively prevent foreign companies selling computers and office equipment to government departments. December 16, 2009
Gates Foundation appoints new comms chiefThe global charitable initiative the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has named Kate James as its chief communications officer. December 16, 2009
Japanese government bows to business lobbyThe Japanese government has decided to scrap its introduction of an an environment tax following a succesful lobby by the Japanese business community. December 14, 2009
Business 'must engage' social media in China, finds White PaperCorporations should become more sophisticated and confident in their engagement with China's rapidly growing social media if they are to influence policy, a White Paper released by Edelman and PublicAffairsAsia has concluded. December 12, 2009
Korea launches new integration planThe Korean Ministry of Strategy and Finance has launched plans to promote economic integration between Korea, Japan and China. December 11, 2009
Japan pledges to push free trade areaThe Japanese foreign minister, Katsuya Okada has pledged that Japan will accelerate the growth of an APEC free trade following an APEC symposium in Tokyo. December 10, 2009
UN highlights business in fight against corruptionThe UN campaign against corruption has been highlighted with the observance of the International Anti-Corruption Day. December 09, 2009
Climate change Australia's greatest economic risk says new surveyAustralia's leading policy makers and business leaders believe climate change is the country's biggest economic threat. December 09, 2009
Gold Standard Awards shortlist announcedThe shortlist of the inaugural PublicAffairsAsia Gold Standard Awards has been announced with leading MNCs, government agencies, NGOs and trade promotion bodies in contention to secure the overall awards. December 04, 2009
Dubai launches PR offensiveThe government of Dubai is mounting a PR and PA offensive as it seeks to calm investors nerves and tackle criticism of its failure to underwrite companies which many perceived as state owned assets. December 03, 2009
Japanese coalition under threatThe Social Democratic Party, which is in coalition with Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama's ruling Democrats has threatened to leave the coalition if the prime minister ignores her party's opinion on the relocation of a US military base. December 03, 2009
Japanese energy lobby opposes new taxA new environmental tax that the Japanese government may introduce in April to tackle climate change is raising concerns in the electricity and gas industries and has been criticised by the energy sectors representative bodies. December 01, 2009
IPREX elects new presidentSenior PR professional Peter Wilkinson has replaced David Ketchum as Asia Pacific president of the IPREX agency network. November 25, 2009
Chan appointed to FD roleFinancial Dynamics has appointed a former editor of the South China Morning Post, Elaine Chan as senior vice president. November 25, 2009
US praises China over improved toy safetyThe US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has praised China for 'taking toy safety seriously' two years after millions of made-in-China toys had to be recalled following fears over their safety. November 24, 2009
Fleishman makes KL management changesFleishman-Hillard has promoted Joycelyn Lee and Kelvin Lim to the role of vice president and digital strategist. November 23, 2009
Tweed becomes BBS Singapore managing directorFormer BBC journalist Patricia Tweed has joined Baldwin Boyle Shand as MD of its Singapore office. November 23, 2009
Kreab Gavin Anderson announces new managementKreab Gavin Anderson has announced that Karl Isaksson will become the new managing partner of its office in Brussels. November 23, 2009
Major China-Cambodia business seminar heldA seminar of China-Cambodia Business and Investment has been held in Phnom Penh with more than 100 Cambodian and Chinese business people attending. November 18, 2009
Yudhoyono pressed to make radical changeIndonesia's legal institutions, including the police and prosecutors office, must be subjected to radical changes a group of experts appointed by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has recommended. November 18, 2009
China and India to drive construction growthNew global construction forecasts released by Global Construction Perspectives and Oxford Economics have indicated that the output of the construction sector is likely to rise sharply over the next decade driven by the emerging markets of China and India and that sustainability will be a major feaure of future growth. November 17, 2009
SMG appoints new comms chiefThe Singapore Medical Group has appointed Mathew Thomas as vice president of PR & Communications. November 17, 2009
Social media 'key to outcomes' in China finds PublicAffairsAsia/Edelman surveyMore than two-thirds of 132 public affairs professionals with responsibility for China surveyed by PublicAffairsAsia and Edelman believe that opinions expressed in social media have more influence over contemporary public policy than other media. November 17, 2009
Business "key" to US- Indian relationsRobert Blake, the US assistant secretary for South and Central Asian affairs has placed the future of US-Indian relations firmly with the business sector. November 13, 2009
Obama starts US Asian trade drivePresident Barack Obama has begun an eight-day Asian tour aimed at boosting economic growth and promoting trade. November 13, 2009
Edelman and CIPRA in social media pushEdelman has announced a partnership with the China International Public Relations Association (CIPRA) to assist with the professional development of Chinese communications and public relations professors. November 12, 2009
Anti tobacco lobby scores a victoryThe Thai Tobacco Monopoly is withdrawing its tobacco products from the Tabinfo Asia 2009 expo following a succesful lobby by anti-smoking groups. November 11, 2009
Chinese health ministry backs new web planChina's Ministry of Health is preparing for the launch of a web based spokesman to keep the public better informed, explain government health policy and to respond to questions from the public promptly according to a senior Chinese official. November 09, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia and Edelman launch China social media surveyPublicAffairsAsia and Edelman are inviting readers and clients to take part in a survey into the impact of social media in China November 06, 2009
Temasek scores on transparency indexTemasek Holdings has retained its position as one of the most transparent sovereign wealth funds according to the California based Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute. November 06, 2009
Country Brand Index results published for 2009The United States has become the world’s top county brand for the first time in the fifth annual Country Brand Index (CBI), rising from the third spot in 2008. November 06, 2009
Gold Standard nominations process closedEntries for the 2009 Gold Standard Awards have closed with the programme having attracted significant interest among corporations, consultancies and government agencies. November 05, 2009
CIC should take advantage of London says development chiefThe China Investment Corporation has begun potentially planning its first international office in London,Think London has revealed. November 05, 2009
Pro and anti tobacco lobbies to clash in BangkokAn alliance of anti-tobacco and health activists will continue its campaign against a major tobacco promotional event which is to be held in Bangkok next week. November 04, 2009
New regulation to promote transparency in ChinaChinese government bodies failing to publicise information may face legal action, according to a draft regulation issued by the Supreme People's Court. November 03, 2009
Governments need smarter communications says Malaysian diplomatIn the era of globalisation, governments need to be smarter in handling issues of public interest and concern, such as the Influenza A(H1N1) pandemic, said leading Malaysian diplomat and academic , Tan Sri Hasmy Agam. November 03, 2009
Cyber security body appoints agencyThe International Multilateral Partnership Against Cyber Threats (IMPACT) has hired Singapore-based agency Rice Communications as its global communications partner. November 01, 2009
US trade body elects new presidentThe Council of Public Relations Firms has announced the election of its new officers and directors with APCO president Margery Kraus becoming the chairman. November 01, 2009
H&K wins UN climate change contractGlobal comms consultancy Hill & Knowlton has become the official media sponsor for the UN Conference on Climate Change, COP15, to be held in Copenhagen in December. October 30, 2009
Thai government calls for more business engagementThailand's prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has called on business to give proper attention to transparency, governance and corporate social respobility while the public should recognise new investment and economic development. October 30, 2009
Lee Kuan Yew meets Obama ahead of Asian tripLee Kuan Yew of Singapore has finished a series of high level US meetings this week by calling on President Obama at the White House ahead of the president's first Asian tour. October 30, 2009
Japanese PM points to new public affairs landscapeThe new prime minister of Japan, Hatayoma Yukio has pledged in his first speech to the Japanese Diet that policy would be driven by elected members of parliament rather than civil servants. October 27, 2009
Chambers unite over APEC trade talksFour Asia-Pacific business chambers in Singapore urge governments to place TPP negotiations at the top of their trade policy agendas October 26, 2009
Chinese officials warned about corruptionChinese communist officials are being told to avoid "vulgar" places of entertainment, in the latest bid to boost morality and fight corruption. October 26, 2009
UK rejects new lobbying regulationsBritish lobbyists will continue to operate freely across the UK civil service after the government backed away from imposing new regulations on the industry. October 26, 2009
Chevening scholarships now open in KoreaThe British Embassy in South Korea has announced that its Chevening scholarship programme is now open for applications from members of the public. October 26, 2009
ASEAN told of possible Myanmar breakthroughASEAN leaders have expressed reserved optimism that Myanmar's military government could shift its attitude towards detained pro-democracy campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi. October 26, 2009
Human rights lobby focuses on Asean commissionHuman rights lobbyists in Asia are set to score a partial victory this weekend when ASEAN leaders agree to form a new Asean Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights. October 23, 2009
Bernanke issues warning as economies bounce backFederal Reserve Chairman Ben Barnanke has said that Asian economies have recovered strongly from the global economic crisis. October 20, 2009
Japanese trade unions step-up lobbyingAfter a long period of decline, Japan's trade unions are looking to exercise unprecedented influence on the formation of government policy. October 19, 2009
Alcoa appoints new PA vice presidentGlobal aluminium producer Alcoa Inc has announced the appointment of Daniel Cruise as vice president for public and government affairs. October 19, 2009
View Thailand as ASEAN bridge, Korn tells business leadersInternational business should view Thailand as a gateway to ASEAN, China and Japan, the Thai finance minister has told an audience of Irish business professionals. October 16, 2009
Twitter mobile service launched in JapanTwitter has announced the launch of a mobile version in Japan as it seeks to develop its website in a foreign language. October 16, 2009
Sports star to lead anti-smoking driveThe Chinese government has appointed the prominent sportsman Yao Ming to act as a spokesperson for a new nationwide anti-smoking campaign. October 14, 2009
Thain moves to Red BullEric Thain has joined Austrian energy drink brand Red Bull as communications director for the Asia-Pacific region. October 14, 2009
Sykes moves to telecoms giantTelecommunications company Telco Alcatel-Lucent has appointed Scott Sykes as director of media and external relations for Asia-Pacific. October 14, 2009
FD to launch public affairs function in ChinaFinancial Dynamics has announced the appointment of Jack Zhang as it establishes a public affairs practice in China. October 14, 2009
Ruder Finn secures BusinessWeek contractRuder Finn has been appointed by BusinessWeek as their PR Agency partner for the 2009 CEO Forum. October 13, 2009
Jennings to lead Fleishman-Hillard SydneyFleishman-Hillard has announced the appointment of Walter Jennings to lead the firm's Sydney operations. October 12, 2009
B-M wins climate change contractAustralian climate change campaigner Cool NRG has appointed Burson-Marsteller to lead a PR drive into China and the US. October 09, 2009
Top US lobbying firms announce mergerWashington DC lobbying firms BKSH & Associates Worldwide and Timmons and Company have announced that they will merge to form the Prime Policy Group. October 07, 2009
New CSR challenges lie ahead for businessCSR Asia has conducted a survey of over 70 CSR experts in the region to look at what are the top 10 issues that companies will face in the next decade. October 05, 2009
Public affairs and communications 'bigger than ever' says Boeing ASEAN chiefBusiness must reach out more to government and should be supported by their embassies when doing so, the former US ambassador Ralph 'Skip' Boyce has told PublicAffairsAsia. October 05, 2009
Bite Communications expands Asia footprint with Upstream acquisitionPan-Asian PR, marcomms and public affairs player Upstream is set to be acquired by the European and US operator Bite Communications. October 03, 2009
US healthcare lobby under fire over Obama influenceThe US healthcare and insurance lobbies are coming under scrutiny after an intense round of activity on Capitol Hill. October 02, 2009
Party PR at heart of PRC celebrationsAs China celebrates its national day, the Chinese government has orchestarted a carefully planned PR offensive seeking to underpin its two key themes of continued one-party rule and rapid economic growth. October 01, 2009
New push on regional co-operationA new trilateral agreement between China, Japan and South Korea has been signed following a day-long foreign ministers meeting in Shanghai. September 30, 2009
Chinese pledge further measures on corruptionChina's leading anti-corruption agency has pledged to make government officials reveal details of their assets and family members' income. September 21, 2009
Japanese civil service face new restrictionsJapanese civil servants will be barred from giving press conferences or associating with politicians under guidelines introduced by the new government determined to reduce the traditional influence of the bueaucracy. September 18, 2009
Thai ruling expected on major corruption caseBusiness and political figures are awaiting a key ruling by the Thai National Anti-Corruption Commission followng a US case alleging corruption in the country. September 16, 2009
US consultation on Korean FTA closesThe United States Trade Representative Office has received more than 500 public comments on the free trade agreement with Korea. September 16, 2009
Major CPC meeting to debate fight against corruptionChina is expected to use this week's CPC Central Committee meeting to step up its efforts to tackle bribery and corruption by officials. September 16, 2009
Business awaits announcement of Japanese CabinetJapan's business lobby is awaiting the formal announcement of the incoming Cabinet amid ongoing horse-trading. September 11, 2009
US-ASEAN Business Council becomes Gold Standard Awards partnerThe US-ASEAN Business Council has become the latest organisation to become a partner in the 2009 Gold Standard Awards for public policy and communications. September 11, 2009
Global Alliance announces scholarshipsThe Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management has announced the sponsorship of four scholarships to encourage international participantion at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI)'s Master of Science in Communication Management (MScom) programme. September 08, 2009
Japanese business lobby gears up for fightJapan's newly elected government faces growing opposition from business lobbyists, which fear its policies on carbon emissions could hinder an economic recovery. September 04, 2009
Former Indian cabinet minister joins PublicAffairsAsia judging panelThe former Indian cabinet minister Mani Shankar Aiyar is the latest member to join the Gold Standard Awards judging panel. September 04, 2009
Decision makers invited to identify Asia's Gold Standard political communicatorBusiness leaders, NGO heads, politicians and members of the media are being urged to identify Asia's leading political communicator as part of a new awards programme launched across the region. September 04, 2009
Ruder Finn makes key health appointmentMai Tran has been appointed executive vice-president of Ruder Finn's health and wellness practice. September 02, 2009
SEMI appoints new China chiefThe global industry association serving the manufacturing supply chains for the microelectronic, display and photovoltaic industries has announced the appointment of Allen Lu as its president in China. August 31, 2009
Grayling takes the lead in new global structureGlobal PR parent company Huntsworth has announced that Grayling is to become the lead international public relations and public affairs brand for the group,one of four new divisions created in a major reorganisation. August 29, 2009
Agencies called to enter PRCA AwardsThe London based Public Relations Consultants Association has called for award nominations from non-UK based consultancies. August 28, 2009
Endemic corruption 'damaging' India's reputationEndemic corruption is harming India's reputation overseas, prime minister Manmohan Singh has said warning that foreign investors were being scared away by the 'menace'. August 26, 2009
New Chinese law 'will restrict' government powerChina is examining a draft law regulating government mandatory power as it seeks to prevent abuses of administrative responsibility. August 26, 2009
New PA chief at Saber SevenWill Burrington has been appointed as executive vice president of public affairs at Saber Seven, the media and technology company developing Dorthy.com. August 21, 2009
Ang takes helm at Upstream SingaporeUpstream Asia has announced the appointment of Bill Ang as managing director for Singapore and South East Asia. August 20, 2009
Carnegie appoints China climate expertUS-China energy expert Taiya Smith has joined the Carnegie Endowment where she will lead project on barriers to green investment. August 19, 2009
Liew becomes head of BM Singapore practiceBurson-Marsteller has appointed Mike Liew as managing director of its corporate/financial practice in Singapore. August 18, 2009
Hill & Knowlton opens Chengdu officeHill & Knowlton has announced the opening of a new China office in Chengdu - capital of western China's most populous province. August 17, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia's Atack to lead US pushPublicAffairsAsia is set to expand its focus on the US with the announcement that European vice-president Steve Atack is to take responsibility for the United States. August 14, 2009
Samena appoints Connor as strategic adviserThe Samena Telecommunications Council has announced the appointment of Justin Connor as its strategic regulatory advisor. August 14, 2009
India-ASEAN deal to exclude IT and agricultureIndia and ASEAN have signed a free trade agreement after more than six years of negotiations, but the deal excludes software,information technology and a wide range of agricultural products. August 14, 2009
Chinese internet filter 'will be optional'The Chinese government has announced that a controversial Internet filter software will be optional for all users after plans to install it on computers sold in China caused a wave of protest. August 14, 2009
Garuda unveils crisis comms reviewGaruda Indonesia has appointed ICON International Communications as its regional public relations company for Australia and South East Asia. August 14, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia launches networking eventsTo celebrate its first anniversary this month PublicAffairsAsia magazine and network is set to launch its first wave of panel debates and networking events across the region. August 07, 2009
India seeks to simplify FDI criteriaThe Indian government has announced measures which are being seen as a simplication for foreign business and investment vehicles seeking to invest in the country. August 05, 2009
IP survey shows chambers increasingly activeChambers of commerce around the world are increasingly active in the intellectual property arena, according to a new survey. August 04, 2009
Global Aids expert joins APCO councilWorld Aids expert Ambassador Mark Dybul has joined APCO Worldwide’s international advisory council. August 03, 2009
JP Morgan promotes China research chiefJP Morgan Chase & Co. has appointed its chief economist Frank Gong to the newly created role of vice chairman of China investment banking. August 03, 2009
Arroyo strategy secures White House meetingThe Philippines' president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has met with Barack Obama after a carefully crafted lobbying strategy saw her become the first regional president to meet the US president in the Oval Office. July 31, 2009
Kreab Gavin Anderson bolsters Beijing practiceThe agency push into China has continued with the announcement that Tom Grimmer is to join global communications consultancy Kreab Gavin Anderson. July 30, 2009
Japan's major brewers show big appetite for M&AsAsia's drinks industry has seen a wave of M&A activity in the first half of 2009, as Japan's major brewers look overseas to reposition themselves. July 29, 2009
New UKIBC chairman makes India top priorityThe UK India Business Council's new chairman Patricia Hewitt has called for a greater effort to generate more bilateral trade and investment. July 28, 2009
GA Forum leads live Chinese radio debateThe members of the recently convened PublicAffairsAsia Government Affairs Forum have appeared on a live Chinese national radio programme. July 28, 2009
Huntsman emphasises closer links with ChinaThe incoming US ambassador to China has signalled a new 'realist' direction in Sino-US engagement. July 24, 2009
Ketchum appoints new Shanghai chiefPublic relations agency Ketchum has promoted Darby Doll to be the general manager of its office in Shanghai. July 22, 2009
Ogilvy acquires stake in leading Vietnamese agencyOgilvy & Mather has acquired a majority stake in T&A Communications, one of the leading public relations consultancies in Vietnam. July 22, 2009
Worldcom PR appoints new chairmanThe Worldcom Public Relations Group has announced the appointment of Diego Biasi as worldwide chairman. July 21, 2009
London remains FDI capital of EuropeThink London, the foreign direct investment agency, has published its annual review, holding its top position in Europe as a destination for foreign direct investment. July 20, 2009
European chamber in China to reveal business outlookThe European Chamber of Commerce in China is this week set to unveil a survey illustrating business sentiment in the region. July 17, 2009
Singapore watchdog criticises corporate governance in public bodiesThe Singapore public sector has come under criticism for failure in corporate governance following a review by the country's spending watchdog. July 17, 2009
Brookings report highlights regional challengesThe Asia Pacific region has undergone fundamental changes in its regional organisation and power structure in the post-Cold War era, according to a new report by the Brookings Institution. July 16, 2009
Top M&A support firms announcedSpecialist PR firm Financial Dynamics continues to provide communications advice on more mergers and acquisitions activity than any other firm in the Asia-Pacific region according to a report by Mergermarket newsletter. July 16, 2009
Weber Shandwick appointed to support Forbes Asia conferenceForbes Asia has appointed Weber Shandwick to provide public support and advice for the 2009 Forbes Global CEO Conference. July 16, 2009
Australian PR body appoints new CEOJon Bissett has been appointed the new CEO of the Public Relations Institute of Australia. July 16, 2009
Final call for Australian surveyThe deadline for the Australian PR industry's survey is approaching. July 14, 2009
Etihad appoints new senior VP corporate communicationsEtihad Airways has appointed Belinda de Rome as its new senior vice president to lead its corporate communications team. July 14, 2009
New figures reveal scale of Australia lobbyingThe Australian Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet has revealed the number of official lobbyists operating in the country's parliament July 13, 2009
Malay nationalists score victory in language lobbyConcerns relating to Malayasia's competitiveness have been raised following a decision to stop using English in the teaching of maths and physics, following an intensive lobbying effort by Malay nationalists. July 10, 2009
South Korea warned by human rights agencySouth Korea's own human rights agency has said the current telecommunications law infringes upon the freedom of expression protected under the Constitution and asked the judiciary to take a cautious approach in dealing with legal cases. July 09, 2009
Malaysia appoints tourism ambassadorMalaysia has appointed former Formula One Ferrari team executive director Datuk Seri Jean Todt as its tourism ambassador. July 06, 2009
Digital China Government Affairs Forum launchesPublicAffairsAsia has this week launched its new China Government Affairs Forum - an online discussion platform for public affairs professionals engaged in China. July 03, 2009
Hill & Knowlton takes stewardship of IPANHill & Knowlton has announced it has brought Indian public affairs and PR practice IPAN into its control. July 03, 2009
India's equality lobby hails gay law rulingThe Indian equalities lobby is celebrating a ruling which decriminalises homosexuality in India. July 02, 2009
Asian parliamentarians to meet in TaiwanThe 40th annual conference of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarians' Union (APPU) is scheduled to take place in Taipei. June 29, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia launches Gold Standard AwardsPublicAffairsAsia has unveiled the categories and preliminary judging panel for the inaugural Gold Standard Awards for public policy, government relations and corporate communications. June 29, 2009
Global Government Relations woos Ghanma in Middle EastDLA Piper's Global Government Relations practice has announced that Maher Ghanma is to take control of an expanding PA presence across the Middle East. June 29, 2009
Global industry leaders to determine 2009 Gold Standard AwardsThe Gold Standard Awards 2009 are to be judged by an unrivalled group of senior figures from business, consultancies, government bodies, NGOs and trade missions. June 26, 2009
Social media takes off in South KoreaThe role of social networking media, or SNS, is reshaping the local digital culture, and panel members at the Business Blog Summit in southern Seoul agreed that social media is finally taking off in Korea as well. June 26, 2009
Global blogger survey publishedText 100 has announced the results of its Global Blogger Survey. June 26, 2009
Qantas appoints new comms chiefQantas Airways has appointed Australian Tourism & Transport Forum executive director Olivia Wirth as head of corporate affairs. June 25, 2009
PR evaluation on the rise says new studyA new global survey of PR professionals has found that more practitioners than ever are measuring the effectiveness of their communications programmes. June 25, 2009
Task force calls for renewed Indo-US engagementUS-Indo relations have been allowed to wane and should be restored by new diplomatic and political ties between Washington and New Delhi, a new report has found. June 25, 2009
Starcom MediaVest appoints new corp comms chiefStarcom MediaVest Group India has announced the appointment of Amith Prabhu as associate director for corporate and brand communications. June 23, 2009
PR survey highlights focus on new mediaA new PR survey by the Global Alliance has shown an increasing emphasis on new media and measuring value by some of the world's leading PR practitioners. June 19, 2009
UN chief calls for greater engagement with business across Asia PacificThe most senior UN figure in Asia today calls for renewed engagement with business as she seeks to deliver a "more integrated Asia". June 19, 2009
Asian investment in London holds upThink London, the foreign direct investment agency for London, has welcomed the results for foreign direct investment including major projects from Asia, such as the China Construction Bank and the inauguaral Kingfisher flight from India to London. June 18, 2009
Brand Dubai 'will not act as censor' says chiefA new body established by Dubai's rulers to counter negative headlines will not act as a censor nor amount to a propaganda vehicle, a senior official has insisted. June 15, 2009
Asia watches as Google fends-off US anti-trust caseAsia's internet industry is watching closely as Google seeks to dissuade the US Department of Justice from bringing an anti-trust case. June 12, 2009
Yahoo appoints new communications chiefInternet company Yahoo! Inc has announced that Eric Channing Brown has become senior vice president of global communications. June 05, 2009
Emerging markets fear threats to growthTwo-thirds of people believe "massive government spending" to combat the financial crisis shows a lack of clear direction, according to a representing 75 percent of the global economy issued on Wednesday. June 05, 2009
Weber Shandwick makes top Thai appointmentWeber Shandwick has announced the promotion of Lalana Santos, currently executive consultant, to the position of managing director of Weber Shandwick Thailand. June 03, 2009
Vriens announces link-up with Indonesia's Kiroyan PartnersSingapore-based government relations operator Vriens & Partners (V&P) has announced a partnership with Indonesian CSR and stakeholder engagement firm Kiroyan Partners. June 02, 2009
Lee Myung-bak calls for ASEAN business partnershipSouth Korea has used a weekend summit to call for a "practical business community" with ASEAN on the issues of economy, the environment and culture. May 31, 2009
Fleishman-Hillard makes moves in north AsiaFleishman-Hillard has made three senior appointments to its north Asian operations. May 27, 2009
China denies growth in fake drug industryThe Chinese goverment has hit back after claims it is turning a blind eye to a growing fake drug industry. May 27, 2009
M:Communications boosts Gulf teamM:Communications has appointed the former communications adviser to the Iraqi prime minister as managing director for the Gulf Region. May 25, 2009
Lobby groups: Indian election sets course for economic reformCorporations and lobby groups have given a positive response to the outcome of India's general election. May 22, 2009
American PA council calls for lobby reviewA leading US public affairs figure has criticised the effects of President Obama's move to restrict lobbying around the allocation of Recovery Act money. May 14, 2009
Human rights group targets Thai CommissionA human rights group has called for the resignation of the newly appointed members of Thailand's National Human Rights Commission. May 14, 2009
Report paints mixed picture on Asia software piracyAsian governments and software companies are making progress in stopping the illegal use of software products despite an ongoing problem of piracy on personal computers, a new report has found. May 13, 2009
BMW appoints new Asian corp comms chiefErin Atan has been appointed corporate affairs director at BMW Asia in Singapore, the regional corporate office of the BMW Group in Asia. May 08, 2009
Ruwart to pioneer Pathfinder in AsiaGlobal PA provider APCO is set to launch a new service which brings a public affairs strategy to traditional marketing by anticipating the response of stakeholders beyond the traditional customer base. May 07, 2009
New rules needed for effective communicators says Text 100Business leaders must do more to map and connect their messages to their personal style and the nature of their stakeholders as a result of greater negative pressures in the global economy, a leading PR consultancy has said. May 06, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia launches digital Thought Leaders editionNew thinking from nine senior public affairs and government relations professionals is showcased in the first PublicAffairsAsia Thought Leaders digital edition which is launched today. May 04, 2009
Edelman appoints Lavin as PA chairmanEdelman has announced a major boost to its government relations capability with the appointment of former US ambassador Frank Lavin as chairman of its public affairs practice. May 04, 2009
ExxonMobil appoints Jaafar as Malaysia public affairs chiefExxonMobil has appointed Farid Jaafar as public affairs manager in Malaysia following the retirement of veteran PA chief Mokhtar Daud. May 03, 2009
Communications key in Mexican flu responseAs the World Health Organisation seeks to manage the information flow surrounding the growing Mexican flu epidemic, one leading Asian corporate communicator has warned that successful news management will prove vital to the future of industries such as aviation. April 29, 2009
Fortune 500 corporate blog adoption slow and steady according to new reportThe Fortune 500 are progressing further in their adoption of public-facing corporate blogs than previous research has suggested. April 29, 2009
AMCHAM China calls for action on stimulusThe American Chamber of Commerce in the People’s Republic of China has released its 2009 White Paper on the State of American Business in China. April 28, 2009
Global software association hunts second DC lobbyistThe importance of recruiting frontline government affairs professionals for lobbying roles in Washington has been highlighted by a recent people move at the Entertainment Software Association. April 27, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia expands digital offeringPublicAffairsAsia is set to expand its scope and influence with the launch of a series of new digital innovations over the coming weeks. April 24, 2009
World Bank to lobby for Asian action on businessThe World Bank is set to lobby Asian governments to accelerate the reforms required to secure and expand foreign investment. April 24, 2009
EU Chamber in China meet to discuss procurementThe European Union Chamber of Commerce has met with the National Development and Reform Commission to discuss a range of public procurement issues. April 24, 2009
Top China expert joins CarnegieMichael Pettis, one of the foremost experts on the Chinese economy, has joined the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. April 22, 2009
South Korean court acquits bloggerA South Korean court has acquitted a blogger charged with spreading false information on the Internet. April 20, 2009
Davidson appointed to global BM health postBurson-Marsteller has announced the appointment of Lisa Davidson as its managing director of its global healthcare practice. April 20, 2009
MS&L appoints new healthcare chiefMS&L has appointed Ken Hirata as director of its healthcare practice in Japan. April 20, 2009
Indian election website launchedInternet Search Engine Sagoon www.sagoon.com has announced the launch of a dedicated site India Election 09. April 17, 2009
Vietnamese PM welcomes more Australian investmentThe Vietnamese Government will create favourable conditions for Australian businesses to invest and operate in Viet Nam according to Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung. April 17, 2009
New Japanese law allows action against foreign governmentsJapan's parliament has unanimously passed legislation that sets rules for Japanese companies to file civil lawsuits with courts in Japan against foreign governments. April 17, 2009
New communications drive urged to restore global confidence in ThailandThailand urgently requires a major communications and promotional drive to restore international investor confidence, business leaders have said. April 17, 2009
Weber Shandwick appoints new PA chief in ShanghaiWeber Shandwick has appointed Miranda Cai director of its public affairs practice in Shanghai. April 15, 2009
Ford Motors appoints Lawson to top PA roleThe Ford Motor Company has announced the appointment of Pete Lawson as vice president of government relations. April 15, 2009
Edelman makes senior CSR appointmentEdelman has named Jane Madden to the new position of senior vice president, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability. April 14, 2009
Weber Shandwick makes Malaysia appointmentWeber Shandwick has appointed Rozani Jainudeen as its general manager in Malaysia. April 13, 2009
Ogilvy wins BFA contractThe Boao Forum for Asia has reappointed Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide to manage its annual Asian leadership conference. April 13, 2009
India remains 'indispensable regional actor'A leading US think tank has said that India remains an "indispensable regional actor" in the relationship between Afghanistan and Pakistan. April 10, 2009
Multinationals prepare for Chinese health pushThe healthcare and technology sectors are preparing for a fresh government affairs push into China following the announcement of a US$124 billion investment programme. April 10, 2009
Taiwan rejects corruption surveyPresident Ma Ying-jeou has rejected an international survey showing that Taiwan is more corrupt than China. April 09, 2009
Global engineers choose new agencyThe international professional association for mechanical engineers has chosen New York-based Affect Strategies to deliver its public relations programme. April 09, 2009
Tourism Malaysia launches 'Truly Business' websiteTourism Malaysia and ISC Group have jointly launched a website Malaysia: Truly Business. April 08, 2009
Fleishman-Hillard wins Korean "green" contractFleishman-Hillard has won the contract to develop a comprehensive communications plan for the Korean government's green initiatives. April 08, 2009
Former Clinton aide joins PR firm GutenbergGutenberg Communications has announced that former White House comms chief Loretta Ucelli to be come a senior adviser to its global client base. April 07, 2009
BBC to cover Indian election via trainThe BBC will report the forthcoming Indian general election on a train that will carry journalists and reporters around the country. April 07, 2009
Expectations grow ahead of ASEAN summitSenior policy and business figures are urging Asian political leaders to use this week's ASEAN summit to assert a key role in a new world economic order. April 06, 2009
Rolls-Royce appoints new global comms chiefRichard Carter has joined Rolls-Royce Motor Cars as director of global communications. April 06, 2009
Lobby groups welcome G20 focus on stimulus and developmentAsian and global lobby groups have welcomed the outcome of the G20 meeting despite warning that it has "fallen short" on measures needed to respond to the global economic situation. April 01, 2009
Indian comms industry to examine public policy issuesThe Public Relations Council of India (PRCI) is set to convene its annual meeting in Bangalore with a focus on public policy and social issues. April 01, 2009
Asia Society announces 2009 young leadersThe Asia Society has announced the names of the 2009 class of Fellows for its Asia 21 Young Leaders Initiative, the leading cross-sectoral leadership development programme in the Asia-Pacific region. April 01, 2009
Ketchum extends its 'green footprint'Ketchum has obtained two new "green" Hong Kong contracts. March 18, 2009
Vietnam calls for more foreign investment actionVietnamese deputy prime minister Nguyen Sinh Hung has insisted the country's economy will prove resilient. March 18, 2009
Think London hosts Chinese business weekLondon is set to use its upcoming status as Olympic city to score new client wins. March 17, 2009
APCO strikes global partnership dealAPCO Worldwide has signed a partnership deal with BCM International Regulatory Analytics LLC. March 13, 2009
Ketchum makes senior digital appointmentKetchum Greater China has appointed Clement Lau as senior vice president of digital communications. March 13, 2009
Business still optimistic about China says new surveyCompanies remain optimistic about their future in China despite a 40 per cent drop in investment budgets, according to a survey conducted by The American Chamber of Commerce in South China. March 13, 2009
HK puts government website to tenderThe government of Hong Kong is understood to be engaged in an invitation only tender to reconfigure and enhance the gov.hk website. March 12, 2009
Kraus joins women entrepreneurs hall of fameThe founder of the global PA operator APCO has been inducted into a select group of leading US women entrepreneurs. March 12, 2009
UAE government appoints media spokesmenThe UAE government has announced plans to create a media spokesman for each individual ministry. March 12, 2009
Exclusive survey: China to lead Asia PA growthChina is set to lead the growth in public affairs and government relations activity in Asia, according to an exclusive survey of the region’s consultancy CEOs. March 09, 2009
Chinese premier pledges tough fight against corruptionThe Chinese government will strengthen its efforts to promote clean government and combat corruption, Premier Wen Jiabao said in a speech the National Peoples Congress (NPC) on Thursday. March 06, 2009
JWT launches online anxiety indicatorJWT has launched AnxietyIndex.com, an on-line version of their 2003 initiative, which could be a potentially useful tool for the public affairs and corp comms professional. March 06, 2009
Korea and New Zealand set to agree an FTAKorea and New Zealand have agreed to launch formal negotiations for a free trade agreement this year during their leaders' summit in Auckland. March 03, 2009
India prepares for uncertain electionIndia will hold a general election between April 16 and May 13, election officials have announced. March 03, 2009
GolinHarris appoints public affairs vice presidentGolinHarris Public Affairs has announced the appointment of global energy expert, Mike Schmidt as vice president. March 02, 2009
Newell PR win cleantech contractHong Kong based Newell Public Relations along with Sterling Communications in the US, Johnson King in Europe and Pressman in India, have secured the global contract for The Cleantech Group, a company specialising in clean technologies. February 27, 2009
Korea and ASEAN cement free trade dealKorea and all members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations agreed a free-trade agreement in manufactured goods and services at the ASEAN summit. February 27, 2009
Japanese teenagers addicted to mobilesA new survey has shown Japanese teenagers send or receive dozens of emails a day. February 26, 2009
Weber Shandwick launches new PR benchmarksWeber Shandwick has launched a new range of communications metrics to assist clients to evaluate a return on investment across online and offline campaigns. February 26, 2009
New media will play greater role in Singapore governmentSingapore prime minister Lee Hsien Loong has said his government recognised the growing reach and influence of new media. February 26, 2009
Patton Boggs woos Wisner for India lobbyAmerican lobbying firm Patton Boggs LLP is to bolster its Indian capability with the appointment of American diplomat Frank G. Wisner next month. February 20, 2009
Ogilvyhealth appoints new Asian directorOgilvyHealth has announced the appointment of Stephanie Stamatakou as its new regional director. February 20, 2009
Kreab and Gavin Anderson announce mergerKreab and Gavin Anderson & Company have announced a merger which combines the two firms into a major global force in strategic communications consultancy. February 16, 2009
Microsoft appoints new corporate comms VPMicrosoft Corp has announced that Simon Sproule will join the company as vice president of corporate communications. February 13, 2009
New Zealand lobby firm hires consultantAuckland-based corporate and public affairs consultancy Exceltium has announced the appointment of Sarah Phillips as a senior consultant. February 13, 2009
Edelman: Asia business faces slump in trustTrust in business in Asia and around the world has fallen significantly in the wake of corporate misconduct, food safety scandals and the global economic meltdown, according to the latest Edelman Trust Barometer. February 12, 2009
Gavin Anderson makes two PA movesGavin Anderson has further strengthened its public affairs capability in Asia-Pacific with two senior appointments. February 11, 2009
Pakistani government calls for new communications driveThe Pakistani federal minister for information and broadcasting has called for stronger strategic communication efforts to counter extremist propaganda and prevent terrorism. February 11, 2009
Weber Shandwick China MD wins awardWeber Shandwick China managing director David Liu has been awarded the industry achievement Award by the Chinese Public Relations Association. February 11, 2009
South Korean government appoints US lobbyistThe South Korean government has signed a contract with a US lobbying firm in efforts to facilitate the U.S. Congress's ratification of the Korea-U.S. free trade agreement. February 09, 2009
Top Chinese officials strengthen Latin American linksTwo top Chinese officials have started visits to Latin America as part of an intensified effort to strengthen ties with the region. February 09, 2009
WE to host online health debateHealthcare online regulations are to be discussed at a live event and a webcast hosted by Waggener Edstrom Worldwide. February 09, 2009
United makes key public affairs appointmentsUnited Airlines has named General Motors communications vice-president Tony Cervone as chief communications officer and senior vice president of corporate communications. February 06, 2009
Gavin Anderson bolsters global networkGavin Anderson & Company has agreed to integrate BAN, one of the leading communications firms in Portugal into its international network. February 05, 2009
Openwave appoints new government relations chiefGobal software corporation,Openwave has announced the appointment of Bruce K. Posey as senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary. February 04, 2009
Kelly becomes AIG vice-chairmanAmerican International Group has announced that Anastasia Kelly has been named vice chairman, reporting to AIG chairman and chief executive officer Edward Liddy. February 02, 2009
Low becomes Levi's corporate affairs chiefLevi's has drafted in Celina Low to oversee a wide ranging corporate affairs brief which includes government affairs and public policy. February 01, 2009
New appointees join ABACThe United States Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council (ABAC) has announced a series of new members. January 30, 2009
McGraw-Hill appoints new global comms chiefThe McGraw-Hill Companies have announced the appointment of D. Edward (Ted) Smyth as executive vice president of corporate affairs. January 30, 2009
Davos: World leaders discuss global crisisThe world's political and business leaders are adopting a pessimistic but resolute stance as they debate the deepening economic crisis at the high profile Davos World Forum in Switzerland. January 29, 2009
Snoddon becomes APCO Asia CEOAPCO Worldwide has announced that its vice chairman Larry Snoddon is to become chief executive officer of the firm’s Asia regional business. January 29, 2009
Bahrain joins with IT industry in piracy clampdownMicrosoft Gulf has joined forces with the Bahrain Ministry of Information on the latest software piracy offensives in Manama. January 22, 2009
Ogilvy boosts Beijing teamOgilvy has announced the appointment of Sandy Moore as director of Ogilvy PR and Sarah Guldin as a senior manager for the Ogilvy Group in Beijing. January 22, 2009
Barroso emphasises close EU ties with ChinaJose Manuel Barroso, the European Commission president, has said that the European Union places great importance to developing relations with China. January 21, 2009
EU and Korea make 'significant progress' on free trade dealKorea and the European Union have made progress on free trade talks at a meeting in Seoul. January 21, 2009
Asia prepares for Obama engagementBusiness and political leaders are preparing for renewed engagement with the US after Barack Obama used his inauguration speech to pledge a "new era of responsibility" at a time of international uncertainty. January 20, 2009
EU calls for greater Japanese accessThe European rail and aviation lobbies are to step up their efforts to access Japanese markets . January 19, 2009
Ogilvy PR appoints new MDOgilvy PR has announced the promotion of Debby Cheung to group MD in China. January 19, 2009
Fleishman-Hillard secures Singapore promotion contractFleishman-Hillard has added to its public affairs portfolio by securing the contract to promote a "gracious" image on behalf of the Singapore Kindness Movement. January 16, 2009
Donohue gives assurance on US-Korean free tradeThe head of the US Chamber of Commerce has downplayed suggestions that the Obama administration may turn its back on its trade agreement with Korea. January 16, 2009
Elaf Bank appoints new PR headBahrain-based Islamic investment bank Elaf has appointed Nasser Haram to head up its public relations and support services department. January 15, 2009
New Zealand summit will tackle key economic issuesNew Zealand prime minister John Key has announced the government will hold a "jobs summit" to look at ideas that will keep New Zealanders employed in 2009. January 14, 2009
Chinese take tough line on drug and food safetyChina has vowed to take a hard line on any breach of its regulations governing drug and food safety. January 14, 2009
Trong calls for greater regional co-operationVietnamese National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Phu Trong has called upon Asia-Pacific lawmakers to enter into discussions to promote increased regional co-operation and to adopt wide-ranging measures to help the region tackle any challenges that arise during 2009. January 14, 2009
China web users reach 298mChina's fast-growing population of Internet users has risen to 298 million after overtaking the United States last year to become the world's largest. January 14, 2009
Deloitte predicts major governmental changeThe role of government will change dramatically as a result of the global financial crisis, a leading Indian analyst has said. January 13, 2009
Hong Kong tops economic freedom indexHong Kong has been named as the world's freest economy - retaining the top position for the 15th consecutive year according to an annual study. January 13, 2009
Citadel Capital appoints corp comms chiefCitadel Capital has announced the appointment of Ghada Hammouda to the position of Head of Corporate Communications. January 12, 2009
H&K recruits Singapore MPGlobal PR and PA provider Hill & Knowlton has recruited a local Singaporean member of parliament to its expanding public affairs practice. January 08, 2009
China moves to restrict overseas investmentThe prospects for "China-out" public affairs and investment activity could be restricted by draft regulations which would force companies to seek approval for any foreign investment over US$100 million. January 08, 2009
ASEAN summit moved amid security fearsNew Thai prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has announced that the 14th Asean summit will now be held at Hua Hin, about 200km south of Bangkok and will take place between February 27and March 1. January 08, 2009
Toyota overhauls PA practiceJapanese car manufacturer Toyota has announced a major overhaul of its global public affairs operation. January 06, 2009
China maintained strong M&A activity in 2008.China's mergers and acquisitions activity remained resilient in 2008 despite the global financial situation, making it the best performer in Asia according to a new report. January 06, 2009
Corporate PR vital advises leading Japanese expertPublic relations is vital for the internal and external strategy of a company, corporate executives have been told at a symposium in Japan. December 30, 2008
GolinHarris unveils new global PA brandGolinHarris has announced the launch of a new global brand with a digital focus which will operate out of the US. December 30, 2008
New Thai protests prevent crucial parliamentary sittingThousands of protesters have blockaded Thailand's parliament forcing new premier Abhisit Vejjajiva to delay his maiden policy speech prolonging the long running political crisis. December 29, 2008
East Asia 'coping well' with crisisEast Asian economies are better equipped to deal with the global economic slowdown, the World Bank has said. December 12, 2008
China moves to boost M&A activityChinese state media has reported that the China Banking Regulatory Commission has revised regulations allowing qualifying banks to finance mergers and acquisitions for all domestic companies for the first time. December 11, 2008
Top law firms given access to SingaporeSix of the world's top law firms have been awarded licences to practise in Singapore. December 05, 2008
Call for ASEAN summit to be held quicklySingapore has urged that the summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Countries be held as early as next January. December 04, 2008
Thaksin uses blog to demand rule of lawThailand's former premier Thaksin Shinawatra has intervened via a blog to warn that the country faces "a nightmare" unless it respects democracy and the rule of law. November 30, 2008
Pfizer Singapore mounts anti-smoking drivePfizer Singapore has this week mounted a new campaign aimed at reducing smoking in the city state. November 27, 2008
Political crisis damaging Thai business and economyThe on-going political clashes in Thailand have led communications figures to warn that advertising and PR is set to slump amid a deterioration in the country's economic prospects. November 27, 2008
Global plastics industry lobby group launchedThe Kellen Company has announced the creation of a new plastics industry division to represent the global industry. November 17, 2008
UN report calls on China to overhaul public service provisionA UN sponsored report has called for China to expand public services provision to stave-off the global downturn and stimulate local economies. November 17, 2008
Bank of America drafts in Fleishman HillardFleishman Hillard has been appointed by Bank of America to lead its Asia Pacific stakeholder and media engagement programme. November 12, 2008
Transition team announces new lobby rulesA major overhaul of US lobbying rules is to be unveiled by the incoming US administration. November 12, 2008
Obama secures White House amid expectations of Asian engagementBarack Obama is set to become the next US president after a decisive victory over Republican candidate John McCain. November 05, 2008
Thai retail lobby withdraws from government committeesThe lobby group representing Thai retailers has broken off its links with the government review into the sector after commerce ministers fast-tracked legislation without consultation. November 02, 2008
Credit crisis: Call for action on corporate lobbyistsThe global financial crisis should result in greater restrictions on professional lobbyists, a leading US-Asian commentator has said. October 31, 2008
UN chief: Indian business must act on climate changeUN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has used a trip to India to urge corporations to work with government to combat climate change. October 31, 2008
China to add new laws to Civil CodeChina has announced plans to add two new laws to its Civil Code by 2010 as it seeks to develop a more established social welfare system. October 31, 2008
US Congress approves second Hmong rights lobbyThe US Congress has approved Hmong National Development Inc. as a recognised lobbying organisation in Washington DC despite confusion over the group's name. October 28, 2008
Congress sources press for early Indian electionSenior figures in the Congress party are considering a February Lok Sabha election despite Manmohan Singh's insistence on holding the poll on schedule. October 27, 2008
EADS to revamp global ethical and legal complianceGlobal defence and aerospace giant EADS has announced immediate plans to establish a new group-wide compliance regime amid increased demand for ethical conduct from multinational firms. October 24, 2008
PublicAffairsAsia expands partnershipsThe PublicAffairsAsia network has continued to develop its external presence by becoming the partner for two major upcoming Asian public affairs related events. October 24, 2008
Jintao calls for more action on corruptionChina's president Hu Jintao has called for a fresh move to crack down on corruption inside government and public bodies. October 21, 2008
Malaysia to review media policyMalaysia's home affairs minister has announced that the government is redrafting media policy but had refused to say whether current legislation will be reviewed or repealed. October 21, 2008
China Unicom makes merger people movesChina Unicom has announced changes to its senior management and government engagement following the merger with China Netcom Group Corporation (CNGC). October 20, 2008
Dubai government appoints new media chiefThe Dubai Municipality has named Ahmed Salman Hassan Al Salman as its new head of media in the corporate marketing and relations department. October 19, 2008
China cements international press freedomsJournalists have welcomed the news that media freedoms granted to foreign journalists during the Olympics are to be maintained. October 18, 2008
Credit crisis: Business leaders and politicians 'failed communications test'The global credit crisis has been exacerbated by a failure to communicate effectively with employees and the public, according to a survey released today. October 15, 2008
Tsang pledges action as Hong Kong faces 'uncertain times'The Hong Kong government is ready and willing to take "decisive action" to avert the impact of the global credit crisis, chief executive Donald Tsang has said. October 14, 2008
Credit crisis prompts new H&K advisory serviceHill & Knowlton is to use its Hong Kong base as part of a three office global response service specialising in counselling comms chiefs and CEOs affected by the credit crisis. October 14, 2008
US nuclear lobby prepares for India pushThe US nuclear industry is set to mount a trade lobby in India following the presidential signing of the new civilan nuclear deal between America and the US. October 09, 2008
Intel recruits Cleveland as global policy VPThe Intel Corporation has announced the appointment of Peter Cleveland as its new vice president for global public policy and head of the Washington DC office. October 09, 2008
Transparency calls fail to dampen SWF investmentAsia's sovereign wealth funds are increasing their stake in the US although government agencies are still failing to track exactly where their investments are occurring, according to a new report. October 07, 2008
Chinese media claims milk comms cover-upChinese media sources are claiming that a company involved in the tainted milk scandal asked the government to cover up the scale of the problem. October 04, 2008
Thai stock exchange appoints LoweThe Stock Exchange of Thailand has appointed Lowe to what is thought to be a significant PR and advertising campaign. October 01, 2008
China confirms October ASEM summitLeaders and delegates from 45 Asian and European countries and organisations will gather in Beijing for a summit from October 24 to 25, the Foreign Ministry has confirmed. September 24, 2008
McDonald's USA appoints new comms chiefMcDonald's USA has announced that Bill Whitman has been promoted to vice president of US communications September 24, 2008
Report condemns corruption in Asian statesPersistently high corruption in low-income Asian countries amounts to an "ongoing humanitarian disaster", according to a global report. September 23, 2008
PublicAffairsAsia launches Intelligence ForumPublicAffairsAsia has continued its development with the launch of a new Intelligence Forum which comes ahead of a growth in online, print and events activity by the pan-Asian network. September 19, 2008
Tharawat recruits Alkhayat as corp comms directorBahrain Islamic investment company Tharawat Investment House has named Khalid Alkhayat as director of corporate communications. September 18, 2008
Telstra hires Shaw ahead of broadband lobbying pushAustralia's telecoms giant Telstra has drafted in former Liberal adviser James Shaw as it prepares for a lobbying push amid reform of the national broadband network. September 16, 2008
Lahiri becomes CA India corp comms chiefThe RPG Group's Satyajit "Toto" Lahiri has been appointed as the Indian director of corporate communications for software giant CA. September 15, 2008
Oxford Business Group makes key Bahrain appointmentThe global research company Oxford Business Group (OBG) has appointed Suzanne Claiden as its Bahrain country director. September 15, 2008
Anti-trust laws will assist Coca-Cola takeover insists LeeCoca-Cola's government relations chief has insisted that the new anti-monopoly laws in China will add transparency to the proposed Huiyuan takeover. September 11, 2008
Bank chief predicts greater Asian integrationBusiness leaders and public affairs professionals in Asia should prepare to focus their strategies on new regional bodies in the wake of remarks by the head of the Asian Development Bank and the head of ASEAN. September 10, 2008
EU chamber warns of China protectionist lobbyLobbying by domestic Chinese interests is leading to a culture of economic nationalism which will deter inward investment, according to a report by the EU chamber of commerce. September 09, 2008
BAE appoints Scopes to develop India linksBAE Systems has drafted in its UK head of government relations and business development to take charge of operations in India. September 07, 2008
Guandong gives party reps greater influenceFurther moves towards grassroots Communist Party activism and transparency have been announced in a key Chinese province. September 06, 2008
SWFs commit to voluntary codeThe International Monetary Fund has announced that countries operating government-funded sovereign wealth funds have agreed on a voluntary code of draft principles. September 04, 2008
Singapore announces new measures to combat cartelsThe Singapore government has announced further reforms in its battle against price-fixing. September 04, 2008
Coca-Cola seeks approval for Huiyuan bidA major government relations offensive is set to be undertaken by Coca-Cola as it seeks to execute the biggest ever foreign takeover of a Chinese company. September 04, 2008
Chrysler appoints Van Der Wiele as regulation VPUS car giant Chrysler has named Louann Van Der Wiele as vice president and associate general counsel for product litigation and regulation. September 01, 2008
Beijing lawyer prompts Microsoft price probeMicrosoft is to be one of the first companies investigated under China's new anti-monopoly laws in what is being seen as a test case. August 27, 2008
Moyse set to join Moscow's Renaissance GroupSimon Moyse will next week take up the role of global communications director with the Renaissance Group in its Moscow office. August 27, 2008
Air Pacific appoints government relations chiefAir Pacific has appointed Jona Sevura as manager for government and industry affairs. August 26, 2008
Vietnamese government selects Ogilvy to promote reformOgilvy and Mather has been drafted in by the Vietnam Office of Government (OOG) as it seeks to communicate its drive to tackle bureaucracy and implement public administration reform. August 17, 2008
Wine industry targets Chinese customs rulesWine producers and importers in Hong Kong have used the city's wine fair to put pressure on the Chinese government to rationalise and simplify its customs controls on wine. August 16, 2008
Trade groups welcome Indian 3G dealIndian telcoms lobbying and trade groups have welcomed new 3G allocation plans despite measures which restrict prospects for market entrants. August 02, 2008
Amcham welcomes competition lawThe American Chamber of Commerce in China has welcomed the introduction of new anti-monoply laws. August 01, 2008
China lifts internet restrictionsCivil rights groups have welcomed a partial lifting of the internet firewall which blocks access to controversial sites in China. August 01, 2008
Chinese patriotism boosted by OlympicsThe build up to the Olympics has led to a surge in Chinese pride and patriotism, a survey commissioned by Ogilvy PR and Millward Brown ACSR has found. August 01, 2008
HK commerce secures trade liberalisationBusiness and trade groups have welcomed the latest round of liberalisation measures between Hong Kong and the mainland. July 31, 2008
DLA boosts Hong Kong regulatory teamDLA Piper has boosted its Asian regulatory and government affairs practice with the appointment of Tham Yuet-Ming. July 28, 2008
WS promotes Barodawala in MumbaiWeber Shandwick's Indian operation Corporate Voice has announced that Nazneen Barodawala is to head up the company’s Mumbai operation. July 23, 2008
New Asia Pacific Co-Chair for O&MTim Isaac is to replace Miles Young as co-chairman of Ogilvy & Mather Asia Pacific. July 23, 2008
Toyota overhauls US comms teamJapanese car manufacturer Toyota has announced a raft of changes to its senior Californian-based communications team. July 22, 2008
PAA vice president wins European awardPublicAffairsAsia’s vice president Lionel Zetter has been named as Europe's public affairs personality of the year. July 10, 2008
Jaguar Land Rover overhauls government relationsTata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced the creation of a new global government affairs department. July 07, 2008
Edelman adds heavyweight as adviserFormer Burson-Marsteller CEO Chris Komisarjevsky has joined Edelman as strategic adviser to senior management. July 07, 2008
O&M appoint new India chiefOgilvy & Mather India has recruited senior PR figure Arijit Sengupta as its national head. July 03, 2008
Amcham China holds legal training workshopsThe American Chamber of Commerce has announced plans to equip Chinese officials with the knowledge and skills required to effectively introduce new anti-monopoly laws (AML). June 30, 2008
PRCA's Ingham selects Echo as partnerThe Public Relations Consultants Association in London has announced a partnership with PR and marketing evaluation firm Echo. June 16, 2008
HK chamber chooses chairmanAndrew Brandler has been elected as the chairman of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce. May 16, 2008
Ogilvy PR recruits chief media trainerOgilvy PR in China has announced the appointment of Edelman's Lucy Chen to the position of chief media trainer. April 09, 2008
InBev launches China CSR pushWeber Shandwick China has been drafted in by global brewer InBev to build its CSR and PA activity in the country. March 05, 2008
Weber Shandwick wins Samsung contractSamsung Electronics has named Weber Shandwick as its Australian PR provider following a hotly-contested pitch. March 03, 2008
New head for Golin Harris Singapore officeGolinHarris has appointed Christina Cheang as managing director of its Singapore office. February 28, 2008
Edelman acquires Russia and Ukraine businessEdelman has continued its emerging market acquisition drive by taking a significant stake in specialist PR firms in Moscow and the Ukraine. January 28, 2008
Corp comms influential finds surveyThe structure of a company's corporate communications operation may have a significant impact on its international reputation, according to a new survey. January 23, 2008
APCO boosts Indian presenceGlobal PA firm APCO Worldwide has continued its drive into Asia with the opening of a new office in India. January 07, 2008 |
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