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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.
February 29, 2020
The Future of AI Depends on Asia
By Helena Domashneva
Recent geopolitical, economic and epidemic shocks in Asia reveal the real value of the region in the global economy and its future impact on world’s technological development.
February 28, 2020
The Golden Opportunity: Indonesia’s Chance to Escape the Middle-Income Trap
By Edward Parker
Education reform needs to be part of Jokowi’s ambitious economic overhaul.
February 26, 2020
The Trouble With India’s New Budget
By Alok Sheel
The 2020 budget falls short of expectations in several key areas.
February 24, 2020
What Would It Cost to Cancel the Tokyo Olympics?
By Anthony Fensom
Cancelling the Summer Games over coronavirus fears would not be a fatal economic blow for Japan.
February 22, 2020
A Better Credit Rating Alone Can’t Overcome the Philippines’ Foreign Investment Woes
By Ronald U. Mendoza
Serious concerns about corruption, ease of doing business, and political interference scare foreign investors away regardless of credit rating scores.
February 20, 2020
What Does an Improved Credit Rating Actually Mean for the Philippines?
By Ronald U. Mendoza
The first article in a two-part series explains why credit ratings make the rich richer but matter less to most Filipinos.
February 18, 2020
Coronavirus Deepens India’s Economic Chill
By Anthony Fensom
Key sectors in India’s economy depend heavily on imports from China, where production has come to a near-halt.
February 08, 2020
The Geo-Technological Triangle Between the US, China, and Taiwan
By Hannah Kirk
Taiwan is caught in the middle of a technological trade spat, one that might upend its all-important semiconductor industry.
February 05, 2020
Amid Virus Fears, Clock Is Ticking for Companies Dependent on China Imports
By Associated Press
The 2020 coronavirus scare comes at an already difficult time for many Chinese companies.
February 03, 2020
Coronavirus: The Threat to the Global Economy
By Anthony Fensom
From border closures to factory shutdowns, the epidemic threatens a heavy economic cost.
February 01, 2020
Major US Airlines Suspend Flights Between US, China
By Associated Press
American Airlines, Delta, and United all announced suspensions of service between the United States and China.
January 31, 2020
EU-Vietnam Economic Ties: Toward Win-Win?
By Thoi Nguyen
While the actual impacts remain to be seen, the conclusion of economic pacts offer gains for both sides.
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