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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.
Layoffs at China’s Internet Giants Indicate a Deeper Dilemma
By He Jun
The tech industry's struggles also points to deeper problems in capital allocation and consumption in China's economy.
Indonesia’s GoTo Goes Public
By James Guild
GoTo is a key part of Indonesia’s vision for future economic growth: It’s a company that uses technology and capital to make domestic markets more efficient.
China Eases Overseas Listing Rules
By Sara Hsu
U.S.-listed Chinese firms are breathing a sigh of relief after China relaxed restrictions on foreign auditors.
Can Sustainable Finance Make a Difference in Southeast Asia?
By James Guild
A lot hinges on exactly what is meant by the term "sustainable."
World Bank Shaves 2022 Growth Projections for Southeast Asia
By Sebastian Strangio
Slowing Chinese growth, U.S. monetary tightening, and the impacts of the war in Ukraine have weighed on this year's growth prospects.
Who Was Jakarta Built For?
By James Guild
And what that has to do with Nusantara, the country's planned new capital city.
Hong Kong Tests the Waters with SPAC IPOs
By Nathan Handwerker
In its approach to SPAC listings, Hong Kong seeks to uphold its reputation for high quality investing while also remaining a competitive financial hub for Greater Chinese and other Asian companies.
Parsing Singapore’s 2022 Budget
By James Guild
The budget's theme is a return to normalcy, but COVID-19 continues to cast its shadow over the city-state's fiscal policy.
In Trade, China Has a Sharp Edge Over India, and Sharp Things Can Be Weaponized
By Krzysztof Iwanek
It is not an Indian boycott of Chinese goods that would be a real challenge for New Delhi, but Beijing’s blocking of exports to India.
The Commodity Craze Creates a Supply Gap for China
By Nathan Handwerker
While China benefits from buying cheap Russian oil, weak demand and expensive oil globally is creating a large commodities supply gap for China.
Nickel Short Saga Raises Questions About China’s Interference in International Markets
By Dennis Kwok and Sam Goodman
Beijing’s bailout of a “big shot” metals billionaire is a warning about the growing influence of authoritarian regimes in the financial services industry.
Can China Achieve Its Growth Target This Year?
By Wei Hongxu and He Jun
China’s 5.5 percent growth target struck some observers as overly ambitious.