Asia-Pacific
Articles related to area economic development, corporate relocation, company expansion and site selection news throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
China: 3 New Laws That Will Impact Foreign Businesses
Companies considering China expansion should be aware of legal changes that may impact their growth plans, according to INS Global.
New Report: Climate-Related Issues Impacting CRE In 2023
The ULI Global Sustainability Outlook 2023 report from ULI and Ferguson Partners identifies five key issues expected to impact CRE decisions this year.
Georgia: Premier Destination For East-West Trade And Investment
At the crossroads of Europe and Asia, the nation of Georgia offers businesses strategic location, educated workforce, and energy resources.
Commercial Real Estate Is Expanding DEI Initiatives
CRE companies are expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, according to The Global Real Estate DEI Survey 2022, which reports North American non-binary demographics for the first time.
18th Annual Rankings: 2022 Global Rankings Report
The U.S. and China earned the top two spots for Foreign Direct Investment (Worldwide) in Business Facilities’ 2022 Global Rankings Report.
United States, China, Canada Top New Worldwide FDI Rankings
The U.S. tops worldwide foreign direct investment leaderboard, Boston is first for Life Sciences Hubs, and NYC leads Financial Centers in Business Facilities' 2022 Global Rankings Report.
Johnson Controls, Accenture Launch OpenBlue Innovation Centers
In India, two new Johnson Controls OpenBlue Innovation Centers will seed further development of AI-enabled building control system products and services.
IEA Report Takes Look At Solar PV Global Supply Chains
China's focus on solar panel production has spurred market growth while leading to significant imbalances in global supply chains, according the special report from the International Energy Agency.
Changwon, South Korea LG Smart Park Named WEF Lighthouse Factory
LG Smart Park in Changwon, South Korea has been selected as a Lighthouse Factory by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
AirTrunk Unveils Tokyo Data Center, Set To Be Largest In Japan
Australian AirTrunk has established its first data center in Japan; the sprawling Tokyo complex will become the country's largest data campus.
SK Group Subsidiary SKC To Build Semiconductor Facility In Georgia
The South Korean conglomerate's new Covington, GA, facility is aimed at easing existing supply chain impediments.
17th Annual Rankings: 2021 Global Rankings Report
San Francisco, New York and Tel Aviv have the best Startup Ecosystems in Business Facilities’ 2021 Global Rankings Report.
Shinhung Global USA To Expand Operations In Tennessee
South Korean-based logistics company Shinhung Global USA to invest $10 million in new Clarksville facility, creating more than 80 new jobs.
San Francisco, New York, Tel Aviv Top Startup Ecosystems
UK remains global leader in Offshore Wind Power, China is tops in Renewable Energy in Business Facilities' 2021 Global Rankings Report.
Rethinking The Global Supply Chain
The massive disruptions of the global supply chain that occurred in 2020 during the pandemic have increased momentum for the reshoring of manufacturing jobs to the United States, primarily from China.
U.S. Outduels China In Artificial Intelligence, Startups And GDP
The United States is outdueling China in a tight competition for global economic hegemony in Business Facilities' 16th Annual Rankings Report.
Chinese Hi-Tech District Donates 100,000 Masks To Japan, South Korea
Changzhou National Hi-Tech District recently donated 100,000 masks to Japan and South Korea to help the countries control the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Survey: Impacts On Global Supply Chains
Nearly 75 percent of companies report supply chain disruptions in some capacity due to COVID-19 transportation restrictions, according to a new survey.
Sinopec Builds New Factory To Help Combat COVID-19 In 12 Days
To help provide masks needed to battle the COVID-19 outbreak, Sinopec has established its first melt-blown non-woven fabric assembly line at its Yanshan factory in Beijing.
Demographic Shifts Will Impact The Global Workplace By 2030
New opportunities, challenges arise for global cities as 693 million boomers reach retirement age and 1.3 billion Gen Z enter workforce, according to Cushman & Wakefield study.
Rankings & Awards
Micron, Intel, Chevron Phillips, Hyundai Top 2022 Deals Of The Year
The annual Business Facilities Deal of the Year awards have expanded to recognize four winning project announcements.
North Carolina Is Business Facilities’ 2022 State Of The Year
North Carolina is named Business Facilities’ 2022 State of the Year, the second time the state has been recognized for this top honor.
Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight
Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas
With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.
Business Facilities Featured Location Videos
[VIDEO] Made Possible in Lehigh Valley
The region has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing economies in the nation and is just a short drive away from major mid-Atlantic cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.