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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.

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IMF Downgrade of Growth Outlook Ups Pressure on India’s Modi

IMF Downgrade of Growth Outlook Ups Pressure on India’s Modi

By Associated Press
The IMF said India's slowing growth was the single biggest drag on its global growth forecast in the past two years. 
China’s 2019 Economic Growth Weakened Amid Trade War

China’s 2019 Economic Growth Weakened Amid Trade War

By Associated Press
China's growth continued to slow in 2019, but things might be looking up in 2020.

US Drops Currency Manipulator Charge for China Ahead of ‘Phase One’ Trade Deal

US Drops Currency Manipulator Charge for China Ahead of ‘Phase One’ Trade Deal

By Ankit Panda
The U.S. Treasury Department is pulling back its August 2019 charge that China is a currency manipulator.

Up In Smoke: Australia’s Bushfires Darken Economic Outlook

Up In Smoke: Australia’s Bushfires Darken Economic Outlook

By Anthony Fensom
In addition to the catastrophic human and environmental costs, Australia's fires will have a heavy economic toll.

How US-Iran Tensions Could Upset American Interests in Northeast Asia

How US-Iran Tensions Could Upset American Interests in Northeast Asia

By Francesco Sassi
U.S.-Iran tensions could backfire on U.S. interests in Northeast Asia, thanks to the rising importance of LNG in the region’s energy mix.
An Endgame for Beijing in the US-China Trade Negotiations

An Endgame for Beijing in the US-China Trade Negotiations

By Chen Gong
Creating a long-term mechanism should be the primary objective of U.S.-China trade negotiations.

Across Asia, Economic Outlook Precarious

Across Asia, Economic Outlook Precarious

By Catherine Putz
Slowing growth in East Asia is matched with small recoveries in South and Central Asia in the latest World Bank forecast.
Can Timor-Leste Achieve a Balanced Development?

Can Timor-Leste Achieve a Balanced Development?

By Joao da Cruz Cardoso
The principal idea of development for Timor-Leste should be the wellbeing of the people rather than economic numerical indicators.

The Investment War with China: Assessing American Pressure

The Investment War with China: Assessing American Pressure

By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard
Part two of this series looks at American pressure on Chinese outward foreign direct investment.

Trump Announces Signing Date for ‘Phase One’ China Trade Deal

Trump Announces Signing Date for ‘Phase One’ China Trade Deal

By Associated Press
The deal will be inked on January 15 in Washington, Trump says, and “Phase Two” negotiations will start soon thereafter.

New Year Resolutions for Asia’s Biggest Economies

New Year Resolutions for Asia’s Biggest Economies

By Anthony Fensom
How China, Japan, and India should look to keep their economies on track in 2020.
Asia’s Prize Winners From the Year of the Pig

Asia’s Prize Winners From the Year of the Pig

By Anthony Fensom
Bestowing end-of-the-year accolades to Asian economies.

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