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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.

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North Korea Crisis Hits Asia’s Biggest Economies

North Korea Crisis Hits Asia’s Biggest Economies

By Anthony Fensom
Heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula are already impacting regional economies.
China’s Minimum Wage Growth Slows, But Businesses Still Feel the Squeeze

China’s Minimum Wage Growth Slows, But Businesses Still Feel the Squeeze

By Spencer Sheehan
Even as minimum wage growth slow, rising labor costs are still pressuring businesses.

Despite Political Worries, Asia Still World’s Economic Powerhouse

Despite Political Worries, Asia Still World’s Economic Powerhouse

By Anthony Fensom
The Asian Development Bank says the region will remain the biggest contributor to global growth in 2017.

4 Trends Influencing Chinese Real Estate Developers in 2016

4 Trends Influencing Chinese Real Estate Developers in 2016

By Spencer Sheehan
Data from the 2016 property market is a good news/bad news scenario for developers.

Ranking the Central Asian States as Investment Destinations

Ranking the Central Asian States as Investment Destinations

By Stanislav Pritchin
25 years after independence, which Central Asian and South Caucasian countries are the best (and worst) places to invest?
China’s Subtle But Significant Attitude Change on Monetary Policy

China’s Subtle But Significant Attitude Change on Monetary Policy

By Spencer Sheehan
The People’s Bank of China’s monetary policy changes are strongly impacting the outlook for 2017 and beyond.

Asia’s Pricey Cities

Asia’s Pricey Cities

By Anthony Fensom
Singapore, Hong Kong, and Tokyo are among the world's most expensive cities to live in, according to a recent report.
What China’s PPP-Fueled Investment Boom Means for the Economy

What China’s PPP-Fueled Investment Boom Means for the Economy

By Spencer Sheehan
Public-private partnership infrastructure spending will boost China’s economy but increase local government debt.

Asia To Fed: Your Move First

Asia To Fed: Your Move First

By Anthony Fensom
Asian central banks aren't rushing to follow the U.S. lead on monetary tightening.

Spanning the Economic Gap Between Asia and Latin America

Spanning the Economic Gap Between Asia and Latin America

By Daniel Bellefleur
The TPP may be dead, but Asian and Latin American countries still have much to gain from increasing economic ties.

Five Themes From China’s 2017 Economic Data So Far

Five Themes From China’s 2017 Economic Data So Far

By Spencer Sheehan
Data from January and February gives the earliest picture of what to expect from China's economy this year.
After Impeachment Verdict, Korea’s ‘Fresh Start’ On Reform Begins Again

After Impeachment Verdict, Korea’s ‘Fresh Start’ On Reform Begins Again

By Anthony Fensom
Will a new president be able to jump-start a sluggish economy?

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