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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.

New Leadership Creates Fresh Momentum For EU-Indonesia FTA Talks

New Leadership Creates Fresh Momentum For EU-Indonesia FTA Talks

By Alif Alauddin
Incoming administrations in Brussels and Jakarta offer hope for progress in the long-running negotiations.

Prabowo’s 8% Growth Gamble: Reform or Bureaucratic Bloat?

Prabowo’s 8% Growth Gamble: Reform or Bureaucratic Bloat?

By Rania Teguh
Indonesia's incoming president has an ambitious economic plan, but his current approach may not be up to the task.
The EUDR Hints at the Limits of Market Access as Leverage

The EUDR Hints at the Limits of Market Access as Leverage

By James Guild
The relative decline in the size of the European economy has given exporters less demanding alternatives for the exports.

Prabowo to Reappoint Sri Mulyani as Indonesia’s Finance Minister

Prabowo to Reappoint Sri Mulyani as Indonesia’s Finance Minister

By Sebastian Strangio
The former World Bank director will become the first person to hold the finance portfolio under three presidential administrations.

Indonesia Asks Apple, Google to Block Chinese E-Commerce App Temu

Indonesia Asks Apple, Google to Block Chinese E-Commerce App Temu

By Sebastian Strangio
The country's communications minister says that the app's "factory-to-consumer" model threatens to undermine millions of small businesses.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Leveling the Playing Field for Streaming Services in the Philippines

Leveling the Playing Field for Streaming Services in the Philippines

By Rocco Cartusciello
A new VAT on digital services, including streaming services like Netflix, could have unintended consequences.

Beijing’s Potential Retaliation Looms as EU Approves Chinese EV Tariffs

Beijing’s Potential Retaliation Looms as EU Approves Chinese EV Tariffs

By Rakshith Shetty
China will attempt to punish the states that held firm on the tariffs, while sparing those that switched positions.
Cambodian Microfinance Loans Based on Rising Land Prices Point to Further NPL Increase

Cambodian Microfinance Loans Based on Rising Land Prices Point to Further NPL Increase

By David Whitehouse
According to forthcoming research, the rate of non-performing loans at the country's microfinance lenders is higher than publicly disclosed,

A Clash of Values: Human Rights and Environmental Standards vs. Free Trade

A Clash of Values: Human Rights and Environmental Standards vs. Free Trade

By Michio Ueda
Navigating the clash between human rights, environmental standards, and free trade requires a nuanced approach.

The Foreign Policy Connections of India’s Semiconductor Strategy

The Foreign Policy Connections of India’s Semiconductor Strategy

By Rahul Mishra and Harshit Prajapati
India’s mission to build up its semiconductor industry is closely tied to its foreign partnerships, like with the U.S. and Singapore.

US Commerce Department Imposes Duties on Southeast Asian Solar Imports

US Commerce Department Imposes Duties on Southeast Asian Solar Imports

By Sebastian Strangio
Solar firms claim that Chinese companies based in Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam have flooded the U.S. market and benefited from unfair government subsidies.
The Political Economy of Cinema in Thailand

The Political Economy of Cinema in Thailand

By James Guild
Like other parts of the country's economy, the Thai film industry has been based on attracting foreign investment and producing exports.

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