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The 21st century is commonly referred to as the 'Pacific Century.' For such a prediction to materialize, the economies of the Asia-Pacific must lead the globe. What challenges will the region face? What nations stand to benefit most? The Diplomat's economics and business blog, Pacific Money, will try to tackle these questions and more.
Helping Hong Kong’s Economy Weather Protests and Coronavirus
By Jason Hung
The Hong Kong government has a chance to correct the city’s economic over-reliance on tourism.
Taiwan Braces for Economic Impact of Global Coronavirus Outbreak
By Nick Aspinwall
Taiwan’s tourism and aviation industries are struggling, but most sectors have withstood heavy damage and the government has planned a $2 billion bailout.
China’s Policy Banks Need to Hedge Against Climate Risks
By Divya Narain
China’s policy banks must re-evaluate the bankability of their fossil fuel projects, not just for their own survival but also that of the planet.
Malaysia Central Bank Cuts Key Rate Amid Coronavirus Outbreak and Political Turbulence
By Associated Press
Malaysia's central bank reduced its key overnight policy rate, citing worsening economic conditions.
The Palm Oil Conundrum in EU-ASEAN Relations
By Naila Maier-Knapp
Palm oil tensions between the EU and Indonesia and Malaysia continue to be a point of contention in the group’s ties with Southeast Asian countries.
The Future of AI Depends on Asia
By Helena Domashneva
Recent geopolitical, economic and epidemic shocks in Asia reveal the real value of the region in the global economy and its future impact on world’s technological development.
The Golden Opportunity: Indonesia’s Chance to Escape the Middle-Income Trap
By Edward Parker
Education reform needs to be part of Jokowi’s ambitious economic overhaul.
The Trouble With India’s New Budget
By Alok Sheel
The 2020 budget falls short of expectations in several key areas.
What Would It Cost to Cancel the Tokyo Olympics?
By Anthony Fensom
Cancelling the Summer Games over coronavirus fears would not be a fatal economic blow for Japan.
A Better Credit Rating Alone Can’t Overcome the Philippines’ Foreign Investment Woes
By Ronald U. Mendoza
Serious concerns about corruption, ease of doing business, and political interference scare foreign investors away regardless of credit rating scores.
What Does an Improved Credit Rating Actually Mean for the Philippines?
By Ronald U. Mendoza
The first article in a two-part series explains why credit ratings make the rich richer but matter less to most Filipinos.
Coronavirus Deepens India’s Economic Chill
By Anthony Fensom
Key sectors in India’s economy depend heavily on imports from China, where production has come to a near-halt.