The short-term impact will be limited as the government overcomes bureaucratic and regulatory obstacles

Legislation benefits companies as well as workers, while cost increase is exaggerated

Sector modernisation and rising disposable incomes drive growth

Private capital chases digital and online media as diversification becomes vital

A closer look at industrial profitability shows rising domestic demand; export growth and increased pricing power will sustain growth

The Yangtze Delta leads China’s move up the value chain

Despite failure of first foreign foray, acquisition route holds promise

New distribution channels will enhance market for drugmakers and retailers

Ready for the shift inland

China’s highway programme offers big logistics opportunities

But problems lie ahead unless major reforms are carried out

Opportunities along the Yangtze

Change in the works spells opportunities for foreign water utilities and industrials

But full expansion will take a long time

But needs to move beyond its short-term shipbuilding advantage

High ambitions, but not enough skills

2008's Olympics offer a further boon to the region

Growing demand brings openings for foreign firms

The importance of the domestic market

Liberalisation will bring investment opportunities, but needs careful timing