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Latest update: 21 Nov 2008 - Issue 03

Publishing Services

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Photo Toronto's burning issue of degradable packaging
Toronto is considering a ban on non-recyclable plastic containers for restaurants or a tax on plastics manufacturers. The issue promises to keep burning, with Hong Kong packaging suppliers advised to make "green materials" a priority....


Food & Beverages

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Photo Chance to add flavour to "Hong Kong" food brand
"Hong Kong" restaurants are everywhere in Paris, a sign of Parisians' dramatic move to Asian cuisine. Food brands, such as Hong Kong's Wanchai Ferry, could provide the quality control to offer the best from the territory's specialty producers....


Garments, Textiles & Accessories

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Photo Russian provincial markets support underwear sales
Amid moderating Russian sales, mid-range underwear markets look for support in provincial cities such as Yekaterinburg and Novosibirsk, with men's ranges showing the best returns. Cheaper offerings could do better, with generally lower expectations for prosperity....


Electronics & Electrical Appliances

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Photo International electronics retailer bids for Mainland share
Although China's household appliance market is flat, a number of international consumer electronics retailers still has confidence in Mainland sales and is expanding. US giant Best Buy has opened new outlets in Beijing and Shanghai....

Photo Hangzhou marriage wave promotes vacuum cleaner sales
The number of Hangzhou couples marrying this year is particularly high, with most fixing wedding days before the end of the year. It has created strong demand for small household electrical appliances....