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Mine deaths a common tragedy in China
A deadly coal mine blast in northern China killed at least 104 miners over the weekend. But this type of tragedy isn't uncommon in the country. Steve Chiotakis talks to Scott Tong in Shanghai. (11/23/2009)
What Volvo would gain from Geely deal
Swedish labor leaders are pressing Chinese car maker Geely to say where it's getting the financing for its bid to buy Volvo from Ford. Christopher Werth examines what Volvo might feel it stands to lose and what it could gain from the deal. (11/19/2009)
What AA, Delta gain from a JAL alliance
Japan Airlines is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, and U.S. carriers American Airlines and Delta are each vying to save it. Jeremy Hobson explores the global benefits of partnering with an international carrier. (11/19/2009)
Why are shipping stocks up in Asia?
Demand for container ships has been stuck in the doldrums, yet in Asia several big publicly-traded shipping companies are enjoying a boom in their stock price. Steve Henn reports. (11/18/2009)
S. Korea wants to push U.S. on trade
Officials in South Korea are hoping to push President Obama officials are hoping to push him on free trade. But expectations in Seoul are low for a breakthrough on a stalled trade deal. Scott Tong reports. (11/18/2009)
Capturing a niche in low-carbon market
China churns out solar panels, wind turbines, and more alternative energy than any other nation. It's also tops at spewing greenhouse gases, from all the coal it burns. But China sees a green lining there, too. Scott Tong reports. (11/17/2009)
China stands up to currency criticism
The days when U.S. leaders would lecture China on economics and currency are gone. Scott Tong reports China is getting stronger in its ability to shush critics. (11/16/2009)
China: Currency boost would be 'unfair'
The White House and the International Monetary Fund have both called China's currency undervalued, but China argues that a stronger currency would hurt Chinese exporters by making Chinese goods more expensive in U.S. stores. Scott Tong reports. (11/16/2009)
U.S. looks to balance exports, imports
President Obama is on a trip to Asia, where one of the big topics on his agenda will be trade. Mitchell Hartman reports. (11/13/2009)
China central bank may appreciate yuan
There are signs that China may appreciate its currency. Scott Tong reports. (11/12/2009)
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