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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.
Malaysia’s Canceled Belt and Road Initiative Projects and the Implications for China
By Blake H. Berger
Malaysia–China relations are poised to remain friendly and may even offer China an opportunity to reassess how BRI projects are evaluated and implemented.
Latest US-China Trade Talks End With a Whimper
By Shannon Tiezzi
As expected, the latest meeting brought the trade war no closer to an end.
What’s Next for RCEP?
By Luke Hunt
Progress on the agreement continues to be slow despite the growing urgency to complete it.
China’s Worst Banks: The ‘Lehman’ Factor
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Brandon Emmerich.
Pakistan: Imran Khan's Economic Challenges
By Farwa Aamer
Imran Khan will try to usher in a new era for his country. The first step requires tackling its economic challenges .
US-China Trade War Not the Only Headwind For Asia
By Anthony Fensom
The trade war comes amid other warning signs for Asian economies.
Largest Bilateral Free Trade Agreement: Japan, EU Conclude Bilateral Economic Partnership Agreement
By Ankit Panda
The agreement will see nearly all tariffs on goods traded between the two sides lifted.
Investors Fret as Duterte’s Popularity Slumps
By Anthony Fensom
Will Duterte's crass and unpredictable style impact the Philippine economy?
China's Possible Next Steps in the Trade War
By Victor Ferguson
What China's “qualitative” measures might look like in the trade war versus the United States.
Taiwan's Migrant Workers Are Finding Their Voice
By James X. Morris
Labor protests in Taiwan reveal a pesky sincerity problem for government agencies.
Asia Winning World Cup (Off The Field, That Is)
By Anthony Fensom
China's team may not have made it, but its companies are well represented at the World Cup.
Mobile App Developers in India Are Always Fighting Losing Battles
By Ashraff Hathibelagal
Without timely access to path-breaking technologies, app developers in India can never be on an equal footing with developers in the first world.