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James Guild
James Guild is an expert in trade, finance, and economic development in Southeast Asia.
James Guild is an Assistant Professor at the Indonesian International Islamic University where he teaches in the Masters of Public Policy on Climate Change program. His research focuses on trade, finance, energy and economic development in Southeast Asia. Follow him on twitter @jamesjguild, or contact him at www.jamesjguild.com or through his faculty profile.
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March 22, 2022
Are Indonesia’s State-Owned Construction Companies in Trouble?
By James Guild
The recent financial struggles of Waskita Karya raise questions about the sector's reliance on short-term debt.
March 15, 2022
Why Singaporean Tech Firms Grab and Sea Are Seeing Their Stock Prices Tumble
By James Guild
Both Grab and Sea have seen share prices plunge, but their outlooks are quite different.
March 08, 2022
How the Russian Invasion of Ukraine Might Impact ASEAN Economies
By James Guild
While the economic fallout from the war and ensuing sanctions is hard to predict, it is likely to be significant.
March 01, 2022
Why Are Philippine Courts Blocking Sugar Imports?
By James Guild
The move is an attempt to balance the interests of Filipino farmers and consumers.
February 22, 2022
Bank Negara Malaysia to Award Digital Banking Licenses
By James Guild
The Malaysian central bank's move follows Singapore's awarding of digital banking licenses at the end of 2020.
February 15, 2022
Gojek and Foxconn Enter Indonesia’s Electric Vehicle Race
By James Guild
In the race to become the region's EV powerhouse, Southeast Asian nations are seeking the involvement of state companies with a strong stake in fossil fuels.
February 08, 2022
Is There an Arms Race Underway in Southeast Asia?
By James Guild
Fear of China is driving the region's recent spate of military procurements – but it's not the only factor.
February 01, 2022
The Politics of Steel in Southeast Asia
By James Guild
Companies in Thailand and Indonesia have remained in the steel game despite taking huge losses over the past decade.
January 25, 2022
The Message Behind Indonesia’s Coal Export Ban
By James Guild
The move was less about coal shortages than about reminding Indonesia's private sector who is in charge.
January 19, 2022
Indonesia’s Railway Renaissance
By James Guild
The Indonesian rail operator KAI remains one of the country’s more well-run and capable state-owned companies.
January 11, 2022
South Korea’s Naval Shipbuilders Are Stepping Up in Southeast Asia
By James Guild
Unresolved disputes have prompted the region to look to Seoul to acquire stronger maritime deterrents.
January 05, 2022
Can VinFast Turn Vietnam Into an Electric Vehicle Powerhouse?
By James Guild
The competition to become the main player in the production of EVs in Southeast Asia is starting to heat up.