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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.
Timor-Leste Needs New Strategies to Create Jobs
By Guteriano Neves
Despite the modest economic growth of the last decades, Timor-Leste cannot accommodate a rapidly growing young population.
Pacific Trade Norms Established as US Producers Fear Losses
By Nicole L. Freiner
With TPP-11 entering into force late last year, the Asia-Pacific has a new set of trade rules.
Can China’s Economy Weather a Contraction in Manufacturing Activity?
By Uday Khanapurkar
Beware an overreliance on manufacturing data when forecasting China’s economic health.
Winners and Losers From Asia’s Dog Year
By Anthony Fensom
It has been a dog year, indeed, for many.
How India Is Navigating Global Trade Agreement Trends
By Divesh Kaul
What recent agreements like the CPTPP and USMCA mean for India.
A Possible Upside to the US-China Trade War
By Yigal Chazan
Southeast Asian countries may gain from shifting production linked to the tit-for-tat tariff dispute.
Indonesia and RCEP: Beware the Public Health Risks
By Eva Novi Karina
Proposals from Japan and South Korea would require patent law changes in several RCEP countries, including Indonesia.
Afghanistan Declared a Top Improver in 2019 Doing Business Ranking
By Ahmad W. Majidyar
Climbing 16 places, the World Bank names Afghanistan as a top improver in its latest Doing Business report.
India and Japan Boost Relations With High-Tech Focus
By Sangeeta Mahapatra
“Our software and Japan’s hardware can do wonders” Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared.
The CPTPP Trade Agreement Will Enter Into Force on December 30
By Ankit Panda
With Australia's ratification, the CPTPP has met the threshold requirements to enter into force.
What Will the US-China Trade War Mean for Africa?
By Bonnie Girard
The collateral damage and potential opportunities, as seen from Uganda, Nigeria, and Ethiopia.
Keeping Asia on Top of Global Growth
By Anthony Fensom
The latest projections shave a bit off of expected Asian growth.