Books in the HSBC Bank Canada Papers on Asia series

Essays demonstrate how to reduce the entry cost ot North American businesses trying to penetrate East Asian markets.

Focusing on the records left by consumer groups and manufacturers, and relying on interviews and letters from many Canadian women who had set up household in the decade after the war, Joy Parr reveals exactly how and why Canadian homemakers distinguished themselves from the consumer frenzy of their southern neighbours.

Focuses on key business issues facing East Asia that corporations and governments should understand, including regionalization initiatives, obstacles to continued rapid growth in China, aging and pension reform, and the changing security environment.

Focuses on key business issues facing East Asia that corporations and governments should understand, including regionalization initiatives, obstacles to continued rapid growth in China, aging and pension reform, and the changing security environment.

Examines how foreign firms entering or operating in various Asian countries have responded to obstacles and opportunities in business.