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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.
A Deeper Look at Vietnam’s Trade Deal With Europe
By Stuart Brown
The EU’s drive to become the defender of multilateralism promises further opportunities for Southeast Asia.
How Chinese Mobile Money Technology Can Mitigate Excess Sovereign Debt
By Xiaochen Su
China could share its experience in fintech to help developing countries raise their tax income.
Cambodia and Vietnam in the US-China Trade War: Not All Good News
By Chen Gong and Yu Zhongxin
Both countries face opportunities, but investors cannot overlook the lingering risks.
Understanding China’s Bond Ratings
By Kate Jaquet
Discrepancies between local rating practices and international standards pose a headache for investors.
Presidential Hopeful Terry Gou Will Step Down as Chairman of Foxconn
By Johnson Lai
The announcement comes as Gou eyes a presidential bid in Taiwan.
World Shares Rise With Hopes for US-China Truce
By Elaine Kurtenbach and Matt Ott
Confirmation that Trump and Xi will meet in Japan next week buoyed world markets.
India’s Loss of GSP Status Is a Diplomatic, Not an Economic, Setback
By Priyanka Pandit
The inability to avert the end of the preferential trade status calls into question New Delhi’s strong bilateral ties with Washington.
Trade War Clouds Outlook as Finance Chiefs Meet in Japan
By Elaine Kurtenbach
The U.S.-China trade war will loom large over the G-20’s annual financial gathering.
Chinese Media Suggest Rare Earth Embargo on US Amid Trade War
By Paul Wiseman, Frank Bajak, and Yanan Wang
Chinese media warn that Beijing could strike back harder as the trade war continues.
China's Latest Economy Data Calls for Caution
By Yu Zhongxin
China's economic data for April came in below expectations, in sharp contrast to rosy data from 2019's first quarter.
Reforming the Chiang Mai Initiative
By Mie Oba
Can East Asia come together to strengthen its financial system?
Huawei in the Trump Administration’s Crosshairs as US-China Economic Warfare Escalates
By Ankit Panda
Huawei is in trouble.