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Moving the Perception Dial: A New Perspective on Public AffairsAchieving business success in Asia requires a public affairs strategy that starts with a business goal on a cross-regional platform and localizes for success, says Donough Foley July 28, 2010
The Gold Standard mark of distinctionCraig Hoy offers a preview of the 2010 Gold Standard Awards as PublicAffairsAsia launches the programme's new website July 06, 2010
Scoring goals in a fast moving yearAs the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia magazine is published Craig Hoy charts the opportunities and challenges presented by 2010 thus far June 23, 2010
Preparing the ground nowResponding to the 2010 State of the Industry report, Emma Dale says consultancy CEOs should use its findings to develop coherent and localised recruitment strategies which build capacity for future growth June 07, 2010
Challening complex conversationsAlan VanderMolen says the PublicAffairsAsia State of the Industry report underlines the need for corporations to be engaged at all levels of the increasingly complex stakeholder debate in Asia June 07, 2010
The Government Affairs Forum: Tigers and nationalismNationalism is likely to be the primary problem confronting foreign MNCs operating in China and the US, Yuan Haiying predicts in the latest Government Affairs Forum, published as the Year of the Tiger roars into being February 22, 2010
The integration intersectionThe emergence of an integrated Asia Pacific community of nations has arrived at a cross roads and the future direction could lie in China's hands, suggests Hans Vriens November 27, 2009
Corporate culture in emerging marketsVu Tu Thanh, the Vietnam representative of the US-ASEAN Business Council, outlines the government relations challenges confronting Western businesses as they strike into Asia’s emerging markets November 27, 2009
The multicultural keystoneThe Corporate Diplomat must ensure that they localise their processes, plans and people to achieve public affairs successes, says UPS public affairs vice president Steve Okun October 09, 2009
Public affairs matters - and moreAs the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia is published and the Gold Standard nominations process continues, Craig Hoy looks at public affairs, crisis communications and the case for corporate diplomacy October 08, 2009
The China Government Affairs ForumIn the latest comment on the Government Affairs Forum, Burson-Marsteller's Qu Hong and China PA expert Yuan Haiying offer their advice on strategies when engaging with decision-makers in Beijing September 30, 2009
The era of interconnectivityAs the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia magazine is published, Craig Hoy says that government affairs, corporate communications and public policy are becoming increasingly interconnected in Asia June 24, 2009
An institutional makeoverAs the European Union prepares to elect a new parliament in Brussels. Waggener Edstrom's Herman Schepers examines the institutional challenges which lie ahead June 01, 2009
A good crisis for Japan?The crisis gripping Japan presents an opportunity to overhaul the country's political economy and its public affairs, says Scott Pastrick May 08, 2009
Reporting the Obama factorAs Barack Obama passes his 100th day in office, Media Monitors' John Croll charts how the Asian media is responding to his leadership May 02, 2009
Maintaining truth and perspectiveAs global governments and commerce brace themselves for a possible flu pandemic, Craig Hoy assesses how professional communicators balance transparency with the need to maintain calm in times of crisis April 28, 2009
A new era of creative engagementFollowing a recent trip to Washington DC John Holden says business should prepare for an enhanced relationship between the US and China April 24, 2009
The role of PA in times of crisisMonday sees the publication of the latest edition of PublicAffairsAsia magazine and the PA Industry in 2009 Report. Craig Hoy offers an insight into the comment and content contained in the latest publications March 06, 2009
Smoke signals from JapanThe Japanese government must develop a national policy and raise its PR game if the country is to secure the foreign direct investment it both wants and needs, suggests James Weeks February 13, 2009
What Obama won't mean for AsiaThe Obama presidency will be tested by issues in Asia, although contends Mark Michelson, it is easier to identify what is unlikely to occur than predict how events will unfold for the new administration February 07, 2009
Emerging from the shadowsAs the first edition of PublicAffairsAsia is published, Craig Hoy explains how the practice of public affairs and government relations is becoming more transparent in Asia November 28, 2008
A view from the coalfaceLiam Benham says public affairs in Asia is complex and time consuming: but he is certain that the discipline is becoming more prevalent and transparent November 12, 2008
Analysis: Obama's Asian advisersAs the president-elect moves his transition team into place, PublicAffairsAsia looks at the people and policies which will shape the new administration's Asian agenda November 05, 2008
Comment: Asia's leadership deficitRobert Sutter says the rising economic power of Asian economies is not matched by a significant rise in the continent's global leadership role September 26, 2008
Intelligence Brief: The Thai scenariosApirux Wanasthop analyses the possible outcomes of the intense political stalemate in Thailand and assesses what it means for business engaged in the country September 04, 2008
Indonesia's G-20 coming of ageShanti Shamdasani examines how Indonesia is seeking to use global engagement as a means to take its place on the world stage June 21, 2010
The rapid rise of Asia's PA industryIrwin Hankins says the 2010 State of the Industry Report highlights the development of the PA industry in Asia - and a marked increase in the significance of Asian corporations, SOEs and governments June 07, 2010
Taking the trust testAs Edelman's Trust Barometer reveals a modest rebound in trust for institutions at the helm of the global financial crisis, Mark O'Brien talks trust and transparency with Asia Pacific president Alan VanderMolen February 24, 2010
The long-term plans for President ObamaDoug Paal uses a question and answer session to explain that President Obama is trying to tackle bigger, long-term issues, including the financial crisis and its aftermath,nonproliferation and climate change November 16, 2009
A diplomatic missionFormer US ambassador Ralph “Skip” Boyce is a figure known to many power-brokers and business leaders in Asia. In his current role as Boeing’s ASEAN president he says the tricks of the diplomatic trade are proving useful, Mark O'Brien discovers October 05, 2009
Lobbying: A world of differenceLobbyist turned academic Conor McGrath takes a global look at lobbying and finds a wide variation in practices among interest groups and corporate public affairs professionals July 01, 2009
Why it's time to prove your worthWith every element of corporate expenditure under review, Mark O'Brien says evaluation and measurement will become critical tools to defend communications and public affairs budgets April 10, 2009
Industry survey: The Growth CurveAs "The PA Industry in 2009" report is published, Mark O'Brien looks at some of its key findings for the consultancy sector March 09, 2009
10 Top Tips on influencing outcomesInfluencing outcomes in Asia can be complex and fraught with unexpected twists and turns. PublicAffairsAsia's latest edition offers 10 top tips for public affairs professionals March 06, 2009
China's communications challengeSound public affairs and solid communications will prove essential if China is to effectively navigate 2009, suggests Craig Hoy January 09, 2009
The Issue: Barack Obama on AsiaPublicAffairsAsia pulls together a selection of quotations and policy commitments from the president-elect during his campaign November 05, 2008
The network builderAs she seeks to capitalise on South East Asia's regional dynamic, PublicAffairsAsia talks to Laura Deal, executive director of the American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore October 17, 2008
Global risk and global opportunityPublicAffairsAsia talks to APCO's CEO Margery Kraus amid global turmoil in the financial markets and her recent attendance at the World Economic Forum in China October 04, 2008
Peter Mandelson: Interview in fullIn an exclusive interview with the PublicAffairsAsia network, European external trade commissioner Peter Mandelson urges sovereign wealth funds to develop the skills of government relations, active communication and media engagement August 18, 2008
Profile: Jean LiuEDS government relations boss Jean Liu finds herself in public affairs more by accident than design. But her role is defined by the on-going cultural and political differences between Western corporates and Chinese practices August 17, 2008
High finance and high politicsSebastian Vos says the situation confronting Sovereign Wealth Funds proves that communications has an increasingly important role to play in the world of corporate finance August 17, 2008
Feeding the talent poolThe growth of public affairs talent is critical for the success of businesses in China, argues Tony Dickel August 04, 2008
Red Hat appoints new public policy VPRed Hat, the world's leading provider of open source solutions, has announced that Mark Bohannon will join the company as vice president of corporate affairs and global public policy on October 1, 2010. September 08, 2010
Nominations open for 2010 Gold Standard AwardsNominations have opened for the 2010 Gold Standard Awards with a series of new categories and an expanded sponsors programme unveiled. September 03, 2010
Hernandez secures top GA role at Hewlett PackardHP has announced that Elizabeth Hernandez has joined the company as the new vice president of government affairs for Asia Pacific and Japan. August 27, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia and News Corporation to honour diplomatic achievementPublicAffairsAsia, in association with News Corporation, is set to honour the work done by Diplomatic Missions in the commercial and public affairs arena with a new Gold Standard Award. August 26, 2010
ADB report points to strong Asian growthAsia has shown more resilience than initially expected to the global financial crisis, with major economies posting strong growth, even as demand for exports from the US and Europe fell, says a new report from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). August 20, 2010
Fleishman-Hillard appoints new global comms MDFleishman-Hillard has appointed Stephanie Marchesi to the newly created role of managing director and senior partner, Global Integrated Marketing Communications. July 28, 2010
US appoints new ambassador to ThailandPresident Barack Obama has named Kristie Kenney as the new US ambassador to Thailand. July 16, 2010
Senior US diplomat to visit regionWilliam Burns, number three in the US State Department's hierarchy, will be visiting Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia and the Philippines over the next five days. July 15, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia announces 2010 Gold Standard AwardsPublicAffairsAsia is this week announcing the timeline and categories for the 2010 Gold Standard Awards as the programme's website goes live. July 14, 2010
APCO makes IAC appointmentYuli Ismartono, deputy chief editor of the English edition of TEMPO, a weekly news and current-affairs magazine based in Jakarta, has joined APCO Worldwide as a member of the company's International Advisory Council. July 14, 2010
APCO launches new reputation surveyAPCO Worldwide has launched the first in a series of studies using its Return on Reputation Indicator, which aims to improve and protect corporate reputation. July 10, 2010
Business leadership events remain strong says new surveySenior executive participation at business leadership conferences has held steady or grown since the start of the global economic crisis, according to nearly three-quarters (73%) of external communications professionals surveyed online by global public relations firm Weber Shandwick and executive communications journal Vital Speeches of the Day. June 30, 2010
Asia rapidly becoming strategically more important to global consultanciesBusiness generated by Asian corporations, SOEs and government bodies is rapidly becoming strategically more important to global public affairs and public relations consultancies operating in the region, the 2010 PublicAffairsAsia State of the Industry Survey reports today. June 07, 2010
PublicAffairsAsia to publish State of Industry 2010 reportPublicAffairsAsia is set to publish the findings of the 2010 State of the Industry report into the consultancy GA and PA sector. June 01, 2010
APCO appoints senior Bush aideAnita McBride, former assistant to president George W. Bush and chief of staff to Laura Bush, joins APCO Worldwide as a member of the company’s International Advisory Council (IAC) and a senior counselor with Global Political Strategies. May 20, 2010
Software lobby calls for more action on piracyGovernments across Asia must do more to fight software piracy and create a sympathetic legal environment if local software companies are to survive, the Business Software Alliance (BSA) has said.. April 26, 2010
IATA appoints new regional chiefThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) has appointed Willy Boulter as regional vice president for Asia-Pacific. March 05, 2010
Toyota strengthens lobbying effortThe Toyota Motor Corp. is putting together a crisis team of lobbyists, lawyers and public relations specialists to handle the political and regulatory issues that have engulfed the company since its international recall over car safety. March 02, 2010
McKinsey study identifies need for corporate government affairsA new report has underlined the need for greater governmental engagement by multinational corporations. January 22, 2010
Kraus predicts new era of stakeholder engagementThe challenges confronting corporate public affairs professionals have dramatically altered as a result of the financial crisis, APCO's CEO Margery Kraus has told PublicAffairsAsia. January 04, 2010
Business lobby struggles to exert pressure on climate dealBusiness leaders at the United Nations climate-change summit in Copenhagen are pushing European nations not to bow to pressure from developing nations to increase targets for greenhouse-gas cuts. December 18, 2009
Gold Standard reception venue announcedPublicAffairsAsia has announced that the Gold Standard Awards are to be presented in Hong Kong in February. December 18, 2009
Korea launches new integration planThe Korean Ministry of Strategy and Finance has launched plans to promote economic integration between Korea, Japan and China. December 11, 2009
Japan pledges to push free trade areaThe Japanese foreign minister, Katsuya Okada has pledged that Japan will accelerate the growth of an APEC free trade following an APEC symposium in Tokyo. December 10, 2009
Gold Standard Awards shortlist announcedThe shortlist of the inaugural PublicAffairsAsia Gold Standard Awards has been announced with leading MNCs, government agencies, NGOs and trade promotion bodies in contention to secure the overall awards. December 04, 2009
Country Brand Index results published for 2009The United States has become the world’s top county brand for the first time in the fifth annual Country Brand Index (CBI), rising from the third spot in 2008. November 06, 2009
US trade body elects new presidentThe Council of Public Relations Firms has announced the election of its new officers and directors with APCO president Margery Kraus becoming the chairman. November 01, 2009
Lee Kuan Yew meets Obama ahead of Asian tripLee Kuan Yew of Singapore has finished a series of high level US meetings this week by calling on President Obama at the White House ahead of the president's first Asian tour. October 30, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia co-hosts Singapore networking debateOver 35 senior public affairs, government relations and corporate communications professionals gathered this week for a panel debate and networking event on the theme of corporate diplomacy. October 14, 2009
Top US lobbying firms announce mergerWashington DC lobbying firms BKSH & Associates Worldwide and Timmons and Company have announced that they will merge to form the Prime Policy Group. October 07, 2009
New CSR challenges lie ahead for businessCSR Asia has conducted a survey of over 70 CSR experts in the region to look at what are the top 10 issues that companies will face in the next decade. October 05, 2009
Public affairs and communications 'bigger than ever' says Boeing ASEAN chiefBusiness must reach out more to government and should be supported by their embassies when doing so, the former US ambassador Ralph 'Skip' Boyce has told PublicAffairsAsia. October 05, 2009
US-ASEAN Business Council becomes Gold Standard Awards partnerThe US-ASEAN Business Council has become the latest organisation to become a partner in the 2009 Gold Standard Awards for public policy and communications. September 11, 2009
Japan's election to define new PA challengesAs Yukio Hatoyama scores a victory in Japan's elections the public affairs challenges confronting the new government and the business community are emerging. August 31, 2009
New PA chief at Saber SevenWill Burrington has been appointed as executive vice president of public affairs at Saber Seven, the media and technology company developing Dorthy.com. August 21, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia's Atack to lead US pushPublicAffairsAsia is set to expand its focus on the US with the announcement that European vice-president Steve Atack is to take responsibility for the United States. August 14, 2009
IP survey shows chambers increasingly activeChambers of commerce around the world are increasingly active in the intellectual property arena, according to a new survey. August 04, 2009
Sri Lanka in Washington lobbying pushThe government of Sri Lanka is engaged in a US$400,000 a year lobbying offensive in the United States, according to reports. July 24, 2009
State Department confirms US-China talksThe first meeting of the newly established China-US Strategic and Economic Dialogue has been scheduled for July 27-28, the State Department has confirmed. July 20, 2009
Digital China Government Affairs Forum launchesPublicAffairsAsia has this week launched its new China Government Affairs Forum - an online discussion platform for public affairs professionals engaged in China. July 03, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia launches Gold Standard AwardsPublicAffairsAsia has unveiled the categories and preliminary judging panel for the inaugural Gold Standard Awards for public policy, government relations and corporate communications. June 29, 2009
Procter and Gamble appoints new global communications headChristopher D.Hassall has been appointed Procter and Gambles new global external relations officer June 25, 2009
US business set for fresh Indo trade linksThe public affairs and US-Indo trade lobby is calling for renewed momentum as it prepares for a significant increase in activity as the country's new government embarks on its programme. June 05, 2009
Mercator XXI appoints Wahby to lead Middle East expansionWashington PA firm Mercator XXI LLC has announced an expansion of its operations into the Middle East with the appointment of Hesham Wahby. May 31, 2009
South Korea looks for lobby capital in USLobbyists, pressure groups and diplomats representing South Korea are set to step up their push for political support in Washington DC. May 30, 2009
Obama appoints donor as Tokyo ambassadorThe decision to appoint a key Democratic donor to the post of US ambassador to Japan has led to fresh criticism of presidential patronage. May 28, 2009
Human rights group targets Thai CommissionA human rights group has called for the resignation of the newly appointed members of Thailand's National Human Rights Commission. May 14, 2009
US energy industry sparks lobbying rowA major row has broken out in the US after the oil, gas and coal industry was accused of mounting a mass lobby to block President Obama's move towards a clean energy economy. May 13, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia launches digital Thought Leaders editionNew thinking from nine senior public affairs and government relations professionals is showcased in the first PublicAffairsAsia Thought Leaders digital edition which is launched today. May 04, 2009
Edelman appoints Lavin as PA chairmanEdelman has announced a major boost to its government relations capability with the appointment of former US ambassador Frank Lavin as chairman of its public affairs practice. May 04, 2009
Communications key in Mexican flu responseAs the World Health Organisation seeks to manage the information flow surrounding the growing Mexican flu epidemic, one leading Asian corporate communicator has warned that successful news management will prove vital to the future of industries such as aviation. April 29, 2009
PublicAffairsAsia expands digital offeringPublicAffairsAsia is set to expand its scope and influence with the launch of a series of new digital innovations over the coming weeks. April 24, 2009
Ford Motors appoints Lawson to top PA roleThe Ford Motor Company has announced the appointment of Pete Lawson as vice president of government relations. April 15, 2009
Expectations grow ahead of ASEAN summitSenior policy and business figures are urging Asian political leaders to use this week's ASEAN summit to assert a key role in a new world economic order. April 06, 2009
Lobby groups welcome G20 focus on stimulus and developmentAsian and global lobby groups have welcomed the outcome of the G20 meeting despite warning that it has "fallen short" on measures needed to respond to the global economic situation. April 01, 2009
Asia Society announces 2009 young leadersThe Asia Society has announced the names of the 2009 class of Fellows for its Asia 21 Young Leaders Initiative, the leading cross-sectoral leadership development programme in the Asia-Pacific region. April 01, 2009
Forshaw takes top Microsoft comms and PA roleSingapore Airlines PA and comms chief Stephen Forshaw is to join Microsoft Asia Pacific as corporate communications director. March 20, 2009
Exclusive survey: China to lead Asia PA growthChina is set to lead the growth in public affairs and government relations activity in Asia, according to an exclusive survey of the region’s consultancy CEOs. March 09, 2009
Weber Shandwick launches new PR benchmarksWeber Shandwick has launched a new range of communications metrics to assist clients to evaluate a return on investment across online and offline campaigns. February 26, 2009
Patton Boggs woos Wisner for India lobbyAmerican lobbying firm Patton Boggs LLP is to bolster its Indian capability with the appointment of American diplomat Frank G. Wisner next month. February 20, 2009
South Korean government appoints US lobbyistThe South Korean government has signed a contract with a US lobbying firm in efforts to facilitate the U.S. Congress's ratification of the Korea-U.S. free trade agreement. February 09, 2009
New appointees join ABACThe United States Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council (ABAC) has announced a series of new members. January 30, 2009
Davos: World leaders discuss global crisisThe world's political and business leaders are adopting a pessimistic but resolute stance as they debate the deepening economic crisis at the high profile Davos World Forum in Switzerland. January 29, 2009
Snoddon becomes APCO Asia CEOAPCO Worldwide has announced that its vice chairman Larry Snoddon is to become chief executive officer of the firm’s Asia regional business. January 29, 2009
Asia prepares for Obama engagementBusiness and political leaders are preparing for renewed engagement with the US after Barack Obama used his inauguration speech to pledge a "new era of responsibility" at a time of international uncertainty. January 20, 2009
Donohue gives assurance on US-Korean free tradeThe head of the US Chamber of Commerce has downplayed suggestions that the Obama administration may turn its back on its trade agreement with Korea. January 16, 2009
Biden heads to South-West AsiaUS Vice President-elect Joe Biden is heading to Southwest Asia on a US congressional trip. January 06, 2009
GolinHarris unveils new global PA brandGolinHarris has announced the launch of a new global brand with a digital focus which will operate out of the US. December 30, 2008
PublicAffairsAsia magazine launchedPublicAffairsAsia has continued its expansion with the publication of its first quarterly magazine. December 07, 2008
Bank of America drafts in Fleishman HillardFleishman Hillard has been appointed by Bank of America to lead its Asia Pacific stakeholder and media engagement programme. November 12, 2008
Obama secures White House amid expectations of Asian engagementBarack Obama is set to become the next US president after a decisive victory over Republican candidate John McCain. November 05, 2008
Credit crisis: Call for action on corporate lobbyistsThe global financial crisis should result in greater restrictions on professional lobbyists, a leading US-Asian commentator has said. October 31, 2008
US Congress approves second Hmong rights lobbyThe US Congress has approved Hmong National Development Inc. as a recognised lobbying organisation in Washington DC despite confusion over the group's name. October 28, 2008
Transparency calls fail to dampen SWF investmentAsia's sovereign wealth funds are increasing their stake in the US although government agencies are still failing to track exactly where their investments are occurring, according to a new report. October 07, 2008
Kraus: Emerging markets become more importantReversing the financial crisis requires better global leadership and presents risks and opportunities to the PA industry, one of the world's leading figures in business advocacy has said. October 04, 2008
Presidential hopefuls set out China policyJohn McCain and Barack Obama have set out their policies on China ahead of next month's presidential election. October 02, 2008
China confirms October ASEM summitLeaders and delegates from 45 Asian and European countries and organisations will gather in Beijing for a summit from October 24 to 25, the Foreign Ministry has confirmed. September 24, 2008
America recognises 'rise of Asia' says PaalA senior US figure has predicted that the incoming US administration will commit greater leadership time to developing a more considered and engaged Asian policy. September 19, 2008
SWFs commit to voluntary codeThe International Monetary Fund has announced that countries operating government-funded sovereign wealth funds have agreed on a voluntary code of draft principles. September 04, 2008
PublicAffairsAsia network goes liveThe complex process of government relations and public affairs in countries such as China, Vietnam and India is set to become more visible and connected with the launch of the new PublicAffairsAsia network. August 22, 2008
Goldman appoints Malan amid SWF pushGoldman Sachs has appointed senior Washington lobbyist Todd Malan as it seeks to ramp up its effort on behalf of sovereign wealth funds in the US. August 22, 2008
Bush: China must let freedom prevailGeorge Bush has warned China that it must improve its human rights record and predicted that freedom will prevail among the Chinese people. August 07, 2008
Coca-Cola spends US$600,000 in lobby pushDrinks giant Coca-Cola Company spent over US$600,000 in the second quarter of this year in a lobbying offensive which targetted global policy in countries including Thailand and China. August 06, 2008
Chinese patriotism boosted by OlympicsThe build up to the Olympics has led to a surge in Chinese pride and patriotism, a survey commissioned by Ogilvy PR and Millward Brown ACSR has found. August 01, 2008
WS promotes Barodawala in MumbaiWeber Shandwick's Indian operation Corporate Voice has announced that Nazneen Barodawala is to head up the company’s Mumbai operation. July 23, 2008
Toyota overhauls US comms teamJapanese car manufacturer Toyota has announced a raft of changes to its senior Californian-based communications team. July 22, 2008
Jaguar Land Rover overhauls government relationsTata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced the creation of a new global government affairs department. July 07, 2008
Negroponte calls on Asia to take leadAsia must play a stronger leadership role in tackling major international problems, US deputy secretary of state John Negroponte said today. April 11, 2008
Weber Shandwick wins Samsung contractSamsung Electronics has named Weber Shandwick as its Australian PR provider following a hotly-contested pitch. March 03, 2008 |
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