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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.

With Indonesia’s XL Axiata-Smartfren Merger, Telecom Consolidation Marches on 

With Indonesia’s XL Axiata-Smartfren Merger, Telecom Consolidation Marches on 

By James Guild
Amid both financial and geopolitical pressures, there has been a trend toward increased consolidation in Southeast Asia’s telecom industry.

The Good, the Bad, and the Uncertain of Australia’s Economic Outlook

The Good, the Bad, and the Uncertain of Australia’s Economic Outlook

By Luke Hartigan
The Australian economy has had a tough few years, but there are some reasons to be positive, and other reasons to be not so positive.
UK Officially Joins Trans-Pacific Trade Agreement

UK Officially Joins Trans-Pacific Trade Agreement

By Sebastian Strangio
The country has become the 12th member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.

The Importance of the EU-Philippines Trade Deal

The Importance of the EU-Philippines Trade Deal

By Sophia Ordoña and Jonas Nitschke
The renewed interest from the EU underscores a positive shift under the new administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Myanmar Economy to Shrink Further in 2025, World Bank Says

Myanmar Economy to Shrink Further in 2025, World Bank Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Myanmar’s GDP is expected to contract by 1 percent in the fiscal year ending March 2025, a downward revision from the previous projection of modest growth.

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

The Taxman Cometh in Southeast Asia

The Taxman Cometh in Southeast Asia

By James Guild
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, many governments in the region are attempting to get deficits and public debt levels back under control.

Asia-Pacific Leads World in Crypto Adoption Amid Bitcoin’s $100,000 Rally 

Asia-Pacific Leads World in Crypto Adoption Amid Bitcoin’s $100,000 Rally 

By Dmytro Spilka
Bitcoin’s surge helped uncover Asia’s sky-high enthusiasm for crypto adoption and development.
Vietnam-UAE’s CEPA: A Strategic Gateway Between ASEAN and the Gulf

Vietnam-UAE’s CEPA: A Strategic Gateway Between ASEAN and the Gulf

By Rich McClellan and Alex George
The new economic partnership agreement continues a trend of marked outreach from the UAE to Southeast Asia.

German Carmakers Are Placing a Risky Bet on China

German Carmakers Are Placing a Risky Bet on China

By Alexander Brown and Andreas Mischer
Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz have announced further investments in a market that has changed rapidly to their disadvantage.

BRICS Currency May Not Upstage the US Dollar Anytime Soon

BRICS Currency May Not Upstage the US Dollar Anytime Soon

By Tridivesh Singh Maini
BRICS states’ de-dollarization efforts are unlikely to beat the greenback’s continuing preference globally.

Vietnam Signs Agreement with Nvidia to Establish AI Research and Data Centers

Vietnam Signs Agreement with Nvidia to Establish AI Research and Data Centers

By Sebastian Strangio
Last year, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that he wanted to make Vietnam the AI chipmaker's "second home."
Apple Plans to Invest $1 Billion in Indonesian Manufacturing Plant, Minister Says

Apple Plans to Invest $1 Billion in Indonesian Manufacturing Plant, Minister Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The investment, which has not yet been made official, would help Apple fulfill local content rules that have prevented it from selling its latest iPhone in the country.

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