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Pacific Money  .
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.
China’s Digital Payment Revolution: Lessons for Libra
By Dongyao Nie
China’s cashless revolution show the potential impacts of Facebook’s Libra project.
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A Deeper Look at Vietnam’s Trade Deal With Europe
July 12, 2019
A Deeper Look at Vietnam’s Trade Deal With Europe
The EU’s drive to become the defender of multilateralism promises further opportunities for Southeast Asia.
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A Deeper Look at Vietnam’s Trade Deal With Europe
How Chinese Mobile Money Technology Can Mitigate Excess Sovereign Debt
July 05, 2019
How Chinese Mobile Money Technology Can Mitigate Excess Sovereign Debt
China could share its experience in fintech to help developing countries raise their tax income.
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How Chinese Mobile Money Technology Can Mitigate Excess Sovereign Debt
Cambodia and Vietnam in the US-China Trade War: Not All Good News
July 02, 2019
Cambodia and Vietnam in the US-China Trade War: Not All Good News
Both countries face opportunities, but investors cannot overlook the lingering risks.
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Cambodia and Vietnam in the US-China Trade War: Not All Good News
Understanding China’s Bond Ratings
June 27, 2019
Understanding China’s Bond Ratings
Discrepancies between local rating practices and international standards pose a headache for investors.
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Understanding China’s Bond Ratings
Presidential Hopeful Terry Gou Will Step Down as Chairman of Foxconn
June 21, 2019
Presidential Hopeful Terry Gou Will Step Down as Chairman of Foxconn
The announcement comes as Gou eyes a presidential bid in Taiwan.
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Presidential Hopeful Terry Gou Will Step Down as Chairman of Foxconn
World Shares Rise With Hopes for US-China Truce
June 21, 2019
World Shares Rise With Hopes for US-China Truce
Confirmation that Trump and Xi will meet in Japan next week buoyed world markets.
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World Shares Rise With Hopes for US-China Truce
India’s Loss of GSP Status Is a Diplomatic, Not an Economic, Setback
June 15, 2019
India’s Loss of GSP Status Is a Diplomatic, Not an Economic, Setback
The inability to avert the end of the preferential trade status calls into question New Delhi’s strong bilateral ties with Washington.
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India’s Loss of GSP Status Is a Diplomatic, Not an Economic, Setback
Trade War Clouds Outlook as Finance Chiefs Meet in Japan
June 07, 2019
Trade War Clouds Outlook as Finance Chiefs Meet in Japan
The U.S.-China trade war will loom large over the G-20’s annual financial gathering.
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Trade War Clouds Outlook as Finance Chiefs Meet in Japan
Chinese Media Suggest Rare Earth Embargo on US Amid Trade War
May 30, 2019
Chinese Media Suggest Rare Earth Embargo on US Amid Trade War
Chinese media warn that Beijing could strike back harder as the trade war continues.
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Chinese Media Suggest Rare Earth Embargo on US Amid Trade War
China's Latest Economy Data Calls for Caution
May 22, 2019
China's Latest Economy Data Calls for Caution
China's economic data for April came in below expectations, in sharp contrast to rosy data from 2019's first quarter.
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China's Latest Economy Data Calls for Caution
Reforming the Chiang Mai Initiative
May 21, 2019
Reforming the Chiang Mai Initiative
Can East Asia come together to strengthen its financial system?
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Reforming the Chiang Mai Initiative
Huawei in the Trump Administration’s Crosshairs as US-China Economic Warfare Escalates
May 17, 2019
Huawei in the Trump Administration’s Crosshairs as US-China Economic Warfare Escalates
Huawei is in trouble.
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Huawei in the Trump Administration’s Crosshairs as US-China Economic Warfare Escalates
US Trade Tantrum: The Fallout for China and Asia
May 13, 2019
US Trade Tantrum: The Fallout for China and Asia
Trump just hiked U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods yet again. What does that mean for Asian economies?
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US Trade Tantrum: The Fallout for China and Asia
Is Indonesia’s IPR Framework Incompatible with RCEP?
May 11, 2019
Is Indonesia’s IPR Framework Incompatible with RCEP?
On intellectual property rights, there’s a serious gap between domestic Indonesian law and the structures of the proposed RCEP.
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Is Indonesia’s IPR Framework Incompatible with RCEP?
China’s Digital Silk Road: A Game Changer for Asian Economies
April 30, 2019
China’s Digital Silk Road: A Game Changer for Asian Economies
Chinese tech investments will jumpstart digital development in emerging economies. Are today's digital giants ready for the competition?
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China’s Digital Silk Road: A Game Changer for Asian Economies
Uber’s Taiwan Operations in Jeopardy as Drivers Protest Rule Changes
April 26, 2019
Uber’s Taiwan Operations in Jeopardy as Drivers Protest Rule Changes
Taiwan’s transportation ministry is set to pass a new regulation that Uber says could hinder its ability to continue operating in the country.
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Uber’s Taiwan Operations in Jeopardy as Drivers Protest Rule Changes
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Shankaran Nambiar on the State of New Malaysia’s Economy
July 09, 2019
Shankaran Nambiar on the State of New Malaysia’s Economy
A conversation on the state of Malaysia’s economy under its new government, and the implications for domestic and foreign policy.
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