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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.
How Will the US Election Affect Southeast Asia’s Economies?
By Malminderjit Singh
Whoever prevails on November 5, the region is bound to face a more complex and challenging economic environment.
Indonesia Bars Sale of Google Smartphones Over Local Content Rules
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement comes not long after the government imposed similar restrictions on the sale of Apple's latest iPhone model.
The ‘Fab 4’ Allies Are Pushing Back on US Export Controls on China
By Nisarg Jani
The Dutch government will now issue independent licenses for exporting DUV Lithography machines to China.
The Philippines’ 2025 Budget, Explained
By James Guild
The expanded budget confirms the Marcos administration's commitment to financing scaled up public spending by borrowing and running deficits.
Vietnam Signs Economic Partnership Agreement With United Arab Emirates
By Sebastian Strangio
The agreement, Vietnam's first free trade deal with a Middle Eastern nation, comes after a busy couple of years in the country's foreign relations.
Nobel Prize-Winning Research Highlights Cambodia’s History of Extractive Institutions
By David Whitehouse
The work of Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson can help explain the government's collusion in criminal activities like cyber-scams.
Johor and Malaysia’s Data Center Boom
By Grace Shao and Steven Lu
A massive ramp-up in data centers is attracting foreign investment, but infrastructure challenges persist.
The Strategic Significance of India’s First National Security Semiconductor Plant
By Arvind Mohan
An agreement between India and the U.S. on a fab for semiconductors explicitly for use in defense technology is a seminal moment in the bilateral relationship.
Why Indonesia is Blocking Chinese E-Commerce App Temu
By James Guild
Jakarta has a long track record of leveraging market access in order to gain concessions from foreign companies.
New Leadership Creates Fresh Momentum For EU-Indonesia FTA Talks
By Alif Alauddin
Incoming administrations in Brussels and Jakarta offer hope for progress in the long-running negotiations.
Prabowo’s 8% Growth Gamble: Reform or Bureaucratic Bloat?
By Rania Teguh
Indonesia's incoming president has an ambitious economic plan, but his current approach may not be up to the task.
The EUDR Hints at the Limits of Market Access as Leverage
By James Guild
The relative decline in the size of the European economy has given exporters less demanding alternatives for the exports.