First Half, 2004

[ FDI continues to rise ]

- Distribution of investment by province
- Real estate and construction: FDI strong despite government controls
- Retail boosted by new rules
- Banking
- M&A activity intensifies
- R&D investment keeps rising
- Power shortages to continue

[ Trends and Issues to Watch ]

- Rising costs of popular destinations
- Trading and Distribution Rights
- Regulatory Developments