Economy

One of Southeast Asia's largest economies is considering a new path to growth. The idea has been discussed before, but in recent weeks it has been gaining momentum. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.

The Department of Justice has decided not to pursue a fraud complaint filed against defense contractors working at the Red Hill fuel facility; Local efforts to boost wages for child care providers

Australian winemakers will soon have a chance for a competitive return to what was once their biggest market. China has ended tariffs of up to 200% on Australian wine, but that’s not likely to mean an overnight boom in business. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

One of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies is facing a sudden change in political leadership. The move adds uncertainty to a country that’s been attracting a great deal of foreign investment. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

This year, the minimum wage in Hawaiʻi has gone up, and so have the salaries of some government employees. But in Japan, pay is moving up much faster — and that may eventually have an impact here on the islands. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.

A new survey finds kamaʻāina more worried than ever about Hawaiʻi's future. Pacific Business News editor in chief A. Kam Napier has more.

The latest forecast from the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization predicts slow growth as the islands complete their post-pandemic recovery.

Restrictions have been lifted on most Australian commodity exports to China, but the biggest economic story in the country this week is all about a different kind of gold rush. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia minute.

The rise of multigenerational housing; The growing trend of pay transparency laws across the country; Inspiration behind the theme of this year's ball at the Queen Emma Summer Palace

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