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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.
China's Air Hub Plan
Using airports to create inland SEZs: a savvy growth strategy or misdirected investment?
Apple iPhone 5S vs. iPhone 5C and iPhone 5
The updates seem less than revolutionary and the significance of the 5C is hard to spot.
China Gets Serious on Pollution
Beijing finally announces a set of measures aimed at dealing with China’s notorious air quality.
Singapore, Hong Kong Impress in Competitiveness Rankings
Some Asian countries impressed in the WEF’s latest rankings. Others, not so much.
Nokia Lumia 1020 vs. Sony Xperia Z1: Shutterbug Smartphones
Sporting industry-leading cameras, the Lumia 1020 and Xperia Z1 are a photographer’s dream.
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Vs. Sony Xperia Z1: Far East Flagship Showdown
Which of the IFA 2013 heavyweights deserves your hard-earned cash?
A Long, Hot Summer for China National Petroleum Corporation
A flurry of deals and political tensions complicate the outlook for China’s state-owned oil company.
2020 Olympics: A Fourth Arrow for Abenomics?
Tokyo’s successful bid should boost Japan’s economy, and may help Abe get other reforms done.
Raghuram Rajan: A Flying Start
India’s new central banker gets off to a promising start. But there is only so much he can fix.
Myanmar: Bust to Boom or Bust to Bust?
The changes taking place in Myanmar offer opportunity to foreign firms, but challenges remain.
Korea Should Stay Out of the TPP – For Now
Given its regional and security interests, bilateral FTAs appear to make more sense for the time being.
Smartwatch Rumor Roundup: SmartWatch 2 vs. iWatch vs. Galaxy Gear
As wearable tech popularity skyrockets, tech giants race to release smartwatches.