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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.
September 26, 2020
Taiwan Charges Five Politicians With Bribery, Sparking Criticism of Weak Lobbying Laws
By Nick Aspinwall
Four of the lawmakers are charged with allegedly taking bribes from a business magnate, highlighting a lack of effective regulations on lobbying in Taiwan.
September 23, 2020
Turkey’s Turn to the Asia-Pacific
By Temmuz Yigit Bezmez and Selma Bardakci
Turkey's economic outreach to the Asia-Pacific is a crucial part of its foreign policy diversification.
September 23, 2020
China’s New Carbon Neutrality Commitment Will Affect Global Energy Security
By Niharika Tagotra
President Xi’s announcement yesterday at the U.N. General Assembly will have economic as well as geopolitical ramifications.
September 22, 2020
Will Trade Lead the Way in Southeast Asia’s COVID-19 Recovery?
By James Guild
Many Southeast Asian currencies have recently gained in value against the U.S. dollar, with complex implications for the region's exports.
September 18, 2020
The Real Strategic End Game in Decoupling From China
By Valbona Zeneli and Joseph Vann
Going all-in on the transatlantic economy is the only serious option for Western democracies seeking to counter China.
September 18, 2020
Economic Security: Vietnam’s Cardinal Policy Goal
By Phuong Pham
As the COVID-19 pandemic recedes, Vietnam needs to take concerted action to shore up the foundations of its economy.
September 16, 2020
Should We Be Worried About Indonesia’s Stock Market?
By James Guild
Its recent poor performance is a less pressing concern than Indonesia's capacity to regulate complex financial markets effectively.
September 14, 2020
South Korea’s Struggle to Bring Manufacturing Home
By Troy Stangarone
Like other countries around the world, Seoul is trying to reshore production – with limited success.
September 10, 2020
The Resilient Supply Chain Initiative: Reshaping Economics Through Geopolitics
By Amitendu Palit
A recent proposal by Australia, India, and Japan could potentially refashion supply chains in the Indo-Pacific.
September 09, 2020
Is a Green New Deal on the Way in Southeast Asia?
By James Guild
COVID-19 offers the region an opportunity to kick start a transition toward sustainable energy – but a host of challenges remain.
September 08, 2020
Will South Korea’s Yoo Myung-hee Be the Next WTO Leader?
By Duncan Bartlet
Complex power games surround the choice of the next director general. Will Yoo’s South Korean nationality be a help or a hindrance in her bid?
September 04, 2020
Pakistan and the Belt and Road: New Horizons for a Globalized RMB
By Muhammad Tayyab Safdar and Joshua Zabin
CPEC will be an important testing ground for the internationalization of China’s currency.
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