Respect for different cultures has been a long-time characteristic of Hawaii. It turns out that’s also very important to residents of Singapore. In fact, according to a recent survey, that’s the most important factor for newcomers to keep in mind. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

A Chinese company is buying one of the largest movie theater chains in the United States. AMC entertainment is the target of a deal worth more than two and a half billion dollars. It’s the biggest buyout of an American company by a Chinese firm. HPR’s bill dorman has more in today’s asia minute—including what else that kind of money can buy.

There’s a community meeting taking place today in the Micronesian state of Yap. The focus is a massive potential investment that supporters say would bring jobs and economic benefits. Critics say it would change the islands forever—and not for the better. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

The United States is putting new tariffs on solar panels from China. The decision announced on Thursday will have a definite impact here in Hawaii. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

A diplomatic dispute between the Philippines and China is starting to take a toll on business. A standoff in the South China Sea is affecting commercial operations for thousands of Filipinos. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.