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One Month After the Third Plenum: What’s Next for China?

One Month After the Third Plenum: What’s Next for China?

The key outcomes of the Third Plenum suggest a continued focus on investment, innovation and fiscal reform to boost economic growth and address geopolitical concerns.
Why Making an Impact at CIIE Matters

Why Making an Impact at CIIE Matters

Taking place early November, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) offers MNCs unparalleled access to key stakeholders, and lay the foundations for furthering key business objectives in China. Learn more about how we can support your organisation before, during and after this significant event.
The Questions Empowering Strategic Communications: Adding Value and Driving Impact through Investigation and Planning

The Questions Empowering Strategic Communications: Adding Value and Driving Impact through Investigation and Planning

All communications should be strategic, whether at a micro or macro level, and should be informed by research and insights about the audience and communication landscape.
China’s Third Plenum of the 20th Central Committee: Reform and Continuity

China’s Third Plenum of the 20th Central Committee: Reform and Continuity

Learn the significance and the key themes of China's upcoming Third Plenum and our intelligence service to help foreign businesses keep up with its latest development.
Boosting Private Equity’s Reputation through Strategic Communications

Boosting Private Equity’s Reputation through Strategic Communications

For as long as they have operated in the public eye, private equity firms have faced reputational issues. But through strategic communications, PE firms can build more positive relationships with key stakeholders, and position the industry as a force for good.
Exploring the Maturity of Asia Pacific’s Healthcare Markets

Harnessing the Potential of Emerging & Mature Healthcare Markets

The contrasting trends and gaps between mature and emerging healthcare markets in the Asia Pacific and the Middle East regions present numerous opportunities. Healthcare organisations should monitor these trends closely, leveraging the opportunities to drive growth and improve healthcare outcomes.
Tech Talk: Navigating the AI Hype Cycle with Effective Communications

How Can Tech Firms Navigate the AI Hype Cycle with Effective Communications?

As trust in the tech industry has dropped to an all-time low, tech companies must communicate their vision and purpose more than ever to regain trust in their brands.
The Rise of Respiratory Illnesses

The Rise of Respiratory Illnesses

Respiratory illnesses continue to surge globally following the COVID-19 pandemic, posing a growing challenge to the healthcare systems, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
Tackling Obesity in Asia Pacific

Tackling Obesity in Asia Pacific

The recent promising clinical trial results of Wegovey, an obesity drug, has sent its manufacturer's share soaring, indicating the business potential in obesity treatment and prevention.
Davos Do’s, Don’ts and the Themes of the 2024 Meeting

Davos Do’s, Don’ts and the Themes of the 2024 Meeting

Our top tips for communicators, marketeers and policymakers looking for their organisation and leadership to shape the debate and to have an impact at Davos 2024.
Top Trends to Shape Healthcare in 2024

Top Trends to Shape Healthcare in 2024

2024 is bringing a new set of changes, challenges, and opportunities to Asia Pacific’s healthcare sector. Shifting demographics, social changes, and new technologies such as cell and gene therapies, bio-inductive implants, and AI-assisted discovery are expected to reshape the industry.
Sandpiper Appoints Daniel Dunkley as Senior Consultant

Sandpiper Appoints Daniel Dunkley as Senior Consultant

Based in Hong Kong, Michael Rinaman will lead the development and growth of Sandpiper's Strategy practice globally, while integrating with its Digital Communications and Research & Insights offerings.
Mastering Public Affairs and Government Relations: China

Mastering Public Affairs and Government Relations: China

China’s political landscape is complex. In this article, we take a close look at its intricate political environment, the importance of strategic insight, and what businesses can do to engage in the policy-shaping process.
Preview of APEC Economic Leader’s Week

Preview of APEC Economic Leader’s Week

The 2023 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week will kick off in San Francisco in November, bringing together world leaders, ministers and senior officials from the 21 Member Economies of APEC - representing between them some 40 per cent of the world’s population, and nearly 50 per cent of global trade.
Building Influence in Asia Pacific through Public Affairs

Building Influence in Asia Pacific through Public Affairs

Setting up an effective public affairs function lays the foundation for business success in Asia-Pacific, where the political landscape is complex and policy environment is ever changing. Learn the six key steps to get started with public affairs.