Global Trade's Precarious Balance (World Economic Forum | The Global Economy)
On the eve of the annual gathering in Davos, this special report looks at the delicate state of the global economy—from the threat of weaker U.S. growth to hopes that the strength of Asia and Europe will save the day

Survey: What Scares Executives? (World Economic Forum | The Global Economy)
What Scares Executives?

Can Hank Paulson Bring China and the U.S. Together? (World Economic Forum | Profile)
The relationship between China and the U.S. may be the world's most important, but it's fraught with tensions over exchange rates, piracy and protectionism. Can Hank Paulson bring the two countries together?

Thailand: The Land of Fading Smiles (World Economic Forum | Protectionism)
Thailand has long attracted foreign investors, but its military junta is making them feel a lot less welcome

Hong Kong at the Center of the World (World Economic Forum | Trade)
Defying predictions of its demise, a resurgent Hong Kong has become the indispensable hub of global trade

Hong Kong's Capital Gains (World Economic Forum | Trade)
Hong Kong's Capital Gains

Investing: Cruising to Disaster (World Economic Forum | Global Investing)
A famed investor warns that euphoria over emerging markets and other overheated assets will end in pain

Two's Company (Amuse Bouche)
Nobu Matsuhisa joins Alain Ducasse at Hong Kong's Intercontinental Hotel

The Mother Lode (Style Watch)
In Bangkok, head to Amayi for high-style maternity clothes

Chatt Rooms (Check In)
The Knai Bang Chatt hotel seeks to recreate the elegance of a French colonial retreat on Cambodia's seaside

Undercover in Damascus (Diversions)
Welcome to Syria, the world's secret lingerie capital


Bird Flu Takes Flight
Avian flu outbreaks in recent weeks indicate 2007 will be another uneasy year for health officials

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