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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.
Has Team Marcos Justified Its Economic Swagger?
By David Hutt
For all its economic challenges, the Philippines has one major advantage over its Southeast Asian peers.
Can Indonesia Actually Raise Its Debt to GDP Ratio to 50 Percent?
By James Guild
Prabowo's deficit-driven economic vision draws from that of his father Sumitro Djojohadikusumo, a key intellectual of the early post-independence period.
Singapore Is in Perfect Position to Court AI Companies From China
By Grace Shao
With China facing advanced chip and equipment bans from the United States, Singapore is an increasingly attractive place for Asia-based talent to set up AI companies.
China Targets Europe’s Farmers, Not Its Automakers, in Response to EU Tariffs on Electric Cars
By Associated Press
China’s Commerce Ministry announced Monday that it is opening an anti-dumping investigation into pork from Europe, widely seen as a response to the EU move on electric cars.
Southeast Asia’s Digital Banking Race Has Gotten Off to a Slow Start
By James Guild
Digital banking services have struggled to live up to the hype, even in nations like Indonesia, where large numbers of people lack regular access to financial services.
What Is Happening at Indonesian State-Owned Pharmaceutical Company Indofarma?
By James Guild
The company has recently come under investigation for its involvement in a long list of fraudulent activities.
From Tsai to Lai: Taiwan’s Economic Security Reforms Amid the AI Chip Surge
By Jeremy Chih-Cheng Chang and Chiang Min-yen
Reviewing past achievements and highlighting three unfinished challenges.
Myanmar Growth to Remain Stagnant As Conflict, Displacement Spreads
By Sebastian Strangio
The World Bank predicts the country's economy to grow by 1 percent this fiscal year, but even that seems optimistic in the current circumstances.
Why Southeast Asian Telcos Are Taking Losses on Their Overseas Holdings
By James Guild
The region's firms are suffering as governments begin tightening their control over strategically sensitive sectors.
Does the Sanctioned Daughter of the Kremlin’s Press Chief Have a Kazakh Bank Account?
By Catherine Putz
A recent report suggests that Elizaveta Peskova may have registered for an individual identification number in Kazakhstan -- that in turn may have enabled her to access the Kazakh banking system.
Shenzhen, China: The World Pioneer in Electric Vehicles
By Takahashi Kosuke
The public and private sectors work together to promote the spread of EVs, as evidenced by the city’s fully electric bus and taxi fleets.
The Other Half of ‘Chip 4’: Japan and South Korea’s Different Paths to De-risking
By Charles Mok
As Japan's semiconductor revival is firing on all cylinders, South Korea must move past its dependence on China to find its groove again.