Friday, February 10 2012
Hawaii’s biggest-spending visitors will be getting some help from the U.S. government next week. U.S. embassy officials in China are starting a program aimed at streamlining the visa process for tourists. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Thursday, February 9 2012
Global art auction sales set a new record last year --- $11.5 billion. And for the second year in a row, China led the way. But a number of other Asian markets showed dramatic growth, along with an increasing number of millionaires. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Wednesday, February 8 2012
One of Hawaii’s fastest-growing tourist markets is going through a national debate. What’s the best way to learn English? That’s a question the government of South Korea is trying to answer. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Tuesday, February 7 2012
Economic problems in Europe are stretching all around the world—including Asia. Mitsubishi Motors is the latest company to be forced into shifting its plans. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Monday, February 6 2012
If you happened to see a movie at a local theater this weekend, you saw it at one of the 40,000 screens in the United States. That’s nearly four times the number of movie screens in China. But 2011 was a record year for movies in China and those screens are growing at an average of seven every day. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Friday, February 3 2012
According to the Chinese zodiac, this is the year of the dragon. But when it comes to Hong Kong, there’s been a lot of talk in the media recently about dogs and locusts. HPR’s Bill Dorman explains in today’s Asia Minute.
Thursday, February 2 2012
As election season approaches in the United States, some local and national politicians could benefit from a trend coming from India. More politicians there are going to charm school. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Wednesday, February 1 2012
China’s spring festival wrapped up last week … and millions of Chinese have now returned to their homes. In fact, China’s official media says more than 300 million residents were on the move at some point around the holidays, which included the Lunar New Year. So how did all that traveling go? HPR’s Bill Dorman has some highlights in today’s Asia Minute.
Tuesday, January 31 2012
Japan’s government is trying a new twist to encourage households to put solar panels on their rooftops. The idea is for companies to rent space from private homes---and help residents turn a profit. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Monday, January 30 2012
The Pentagon is going through a number of changes—and some of them are likely to have an impact on Hawaii. Military forces based in the state will continue to play a leading role in the Asia Pacific. And that includes a changing relationship with the Philippines. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Friday, January 27 2012
Creating jobs is a concern for every economy in the world. In South Korea, the government is taking a unique approach to the challenge. And in the process, it’s creating another benefit for workers. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Thursday, January 26 2012
Solar energy is a popular topic for political leaders this week. President Obama talked about it in his State of the Union speech. In the State of the State address, Governor Abercrombie mentioned solar as part of nearly seven dozen renewable energy projects underway around the state. But solar power is making different kinds of headlines in India. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Wednesday, January 25 2012
This is a year of political change around the world. It’s an election year for every member of Hawaii’s legislature. There are also races for Congress and the Senate, plus the presidential election. But the United States is not the only country facing political change this year. China will be getting a new leader. And the man expected to take that position is heading to the White House next month. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Tuesday, January 24 2012
During Governor Abercrombie’s State of the State address, he talked about how global oil prices affect Hawaii’s economy. At one point, he said, "We are totally in the hands of oil speculators in Singapore.” So who are these people? HPR’s Bill Dorman has some answers in today’s Asia Minute.
Monday, January 23 2012
This weekend saw a number of celebrations around the state marking the Lunar New Year. Today is the official start of the Year of the Dragon. And across much of Asia, that means a baby boom. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Friday, January 20 2012
Energy is a shared concern for all Hawaii residents. Not only do we pay the highest electricity rates in the nation, development of renewable energy is one of the top priorities for both government and business. According to a new report, global demand for all kinds of energy will grow by nearly 40% over the next 18 years, largely because of developments in Asia. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Wednesday, January 18 2012
What kind of security do you have? At the very least, you probably lock your door. Then there are passwords for computers and automated teller machines. If you work in a specialized field, you may even have a fingerprint reader. In Japan, they’re working on a different kind of recognition. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
Monday, January 16 2012
The first major international election of 2012 is over. Taiwan's president won
re-election this weekend---a development that means closer ties with mainland
China are likely to continue. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.
Friday, January 13 2012
In case you haven’t noticed, this is an election year. But more is at stake than the U.S. presidency, Hawaii’s congressional delegation, and various other state and local positions. This weekend brings an election in Taiwan—and the results will be important to the United States. HPR’s Bill Dorman explains in today’s Asia Minute.
Thursday, January 12 2012
As Hawaii’s state legislature prepares for another session, the question of legalized gambling may come up for more discussion. In South Korea, the country’s busiest airport is going one step further. Casino gambling could be part of the airport’s future. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.
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