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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.
Winners and Losers From Asia’s Year of the Rooster
By Anthony Fensom
How did Asia's leaders fare in 2017?
How Chinese FDI Will Transform the Global Economy
By Courtney Rickert McCaffrey
Chinese companies are moving abroad, and in doing so will reshape the global economy.
IMF Warns China of 3 Financial Stability Risks
By Charlotte Gao
China’s central bank accepts IMF’s “overall” valuable recommendations and vows to improve the weaknesses.
Is China Ready for a Property Tax?
By Xinling Wang
The announced tax is part of the Chinese government response to property market changes.
The Global Oil War Rages On With OPEC Cut Deal Extension
By Catherine Putz
OPEC and major non-OPEC producers agreed to extend the December 2016 production cut deal through 2018.
Asia To Stay World's Fastest-Growing Region Through 2030
By Anthony Fensom
Asia should remain the world's economic heavyweight for another 10 years.
EU's New Anti-Dumping Rules Threaten Trade Relations With China
By Magda Tsakalidou
Despite not naming any country, China seems to be the obvious target of new anti-dumping rules.
OECD: Life Satisfaction Falls Amid Slow Recovery From Global Crisis
By Anthony Fensom
The OECD calls its “How’s Life?” report a wake-up call for governments.
TPP Survives After Canadians ‘Screwed Everybody’
By Anthony Fensom
Despite a no-show from Canada's prime minister, the TPP has new life.
Export-Led Growth on the Wane in East Asia
By Stephen Olson
The boom era of low-cost manufacturing is at an end. Can Asia’s developing economies adjust?
Can China Fix Its Debt Woes?
By Xinling Wang
Some positive signals came out of the 19th Party Congress, but reform will be an uphill battle.
Has Winter Come for Chinese Investments in the EU?
By Magda Tsakalidou
European governments are increasingly suspicious of China's state-driven investment strategy.