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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.
Over-Politicized 'Overcapacity' at US-China Dialogue
By Lu Chen
China's overcapacity has replaced currency manipulation as the latest excuse for U.S. protectionism.
Hong Kong Top Competitor But Europeans Still The Happiest
By Anthony Fensom
Asia leads the world in business, but the Nordic countries do best with life satisfaction.
Sustainably Affordable Health Care in China
By Sara Hsu
Can China balance patient affordability with sustainable service provision?
Foxconn: from Worker Suicides to Plastic Workers
By Sara Hsu
The controversial company is switching to robots, boding ill for China’s labor market.
G7 Falters on Growth Test
The summit failed to endorse coordinated action, but did make progress on trade and tax.
Philippines: President-Elect Duterte Prompts Concern Over Economic Policy
By Jack Wagner
What will the Philippines' president-elect mean for the country's economic prospects?
China’s On-Again, Off-Again P2P Lending
By Sara Hsu
Activity in the peer-to-peer lending sector has surged at times, despite issues controlling risk.
Japan Won’t Depopulate Quietly Into The Night
By Anthony Fensom
The Japanese government is trying to increase the nation’s labor force.
Japan: Abe Set to Delay Next Tax Hike
By Anthony Fensom
Bowing to economic realities, the Japanese PM will reportedly postpone the next consumption tax hike.
China Eyes Vietnam and the TPP Warily
By Andrew Collier
Vietnam's economic growth, coupled with TPP, could spell trouble for Chinese companies.
What Does ‘L-Shaped’ Growth Imply for China?
By Sara Hsu
An unnamed official gives some hints about the official projection for China’s economy.
What's Next for Abenomics?
By Richard Solomon
The success of Shinzo Abe's economic policy push may hinge on pension reforms.