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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.
Could Cheaper Crude Fuel India’s Economic Reboot?
By Mohamed Zeeshan
The fall in oil prices could not have come at a better time for India.
The Environmental Implications of China’s New Bank
By Yuge Ma
Political wisdom will be needed to manage the environmental consequences of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.
Indian States Need a Free Trade Deal
By Ritesh Kumar Singh and Prachi Priya
India is advancing international trade deals, but it still hasn’t solved its domestic trade woes.
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank: An Idea Whose Time Has Come?
By Don Rodney Ong Junio
The AIIB offers the region an additional source to fund infrastructure. This should be welcomed.
China’s Economy: Don’t Bet on Beijing
By Sam Winter-Levy
A recent report makes clear the enormous challenges facing China’s economy.
Sino-Israeli Economic Ties Blossoming
By Gregory Noddin Poulin
With its impressive R&D, Israel is emerging as a small but pivotal partner for China.
How Ukraine Is Changing Global Energy Flows
By Thomas Coibion
Increasingly isolated by the crisis, Russia is looking East for new energy markets.
Talking Trade With India
By Alyssa Ayres
The U.S. should look to take advantage of some recent breakthroughs on the trade front.
The Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect: Sizzle or Fizzle?
By Sara Hsu
The Shanghai and Hong Kong stock exchanges have finally been connected. Is there investor interest?
Asia’s Faltering ‘Womenomics’
By Anthony Fensom
The region has made little headway in achieving gender equality.
India and China: Lessons From a Lost Oil Field in Syria
By Kabir Taneja
Rising energy needs and a turbulent Middle East may drive cooperation between Asia’s two giants.
China’s Underground Banks Busted
By Sara Hsu
The crackdown is part of a broader anti-corruption campaign that is trying to control the illegal use of funds.