Economy

China to suffer professional skills shortage

Over half of bosses are already worried.

Thailand's 2012 GDP growth to hit 5.5%

Thanks to a possible 15.2% 4Q headline GDP.

Mainlanders spent less in Hong Kong during LNY

Retailers expect lower sales this year compared to 2012.

Hong Kong economic growth in 2012 will be weak

It’s expected to be the weakest since 2009.

Thai PM will visit Hong Kong on Feb. 26

Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to urge more Hong Kong investments.

China's exports surged 25% in January

Consequently trade surplus contracted to US$29.2b.

India's trade deficit ballooned to USD20bn

But here are 3 reasons why it's poised for moderation.

Malaysia's exports down 5.8%

Blame it on weak electronics and commodity segments.

Philippines' outbound shipments surged 16.5%

But exports have yet to hit September high.