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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.
Chinese Economy: Back To The Future
By Anthony Fensom
In allowing rapid credit growth again, is Beijing simply postponing the inevitable?
Is China’s Great Firewall a Trade Barrier?
By Sara Hsu
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative thinks so.
Asia’s Growth Prospects in Beijing’s Hands
By Anthony Fensom
A slowing China has prompted the ADB has cut its growth forecasts for the region.
Any Luxe Left for China?
By Sara Hsu
The corruption crackdown has had repercussions for China’s luxury goods industry.
Commodity Prices: The Cycle Turns?
By Anthony Fensom
Rising commodity prices have given the region’s miners a much-needed boost. Is this really a turning point?
Trump’s Trumped-Up Accusations Against China
By Sara Hsu
The bloviating Republican frontrunner threatens to derail bilateral relations.
Expensive Asia? At Least Some Are Still Smiling
By Anthony Fensom
Some of the most expensive cities in the world are in Asia.
China’s Economic Planning Dilemma
By Sara Hsu
Authorities face a choice of maintaining control or continuing to unleash market forces.
Labor Unrest: Why China Is Foot-Dragging on Economic Reforms
By Rebecca Liao
Now that China must make its economy market-oriented, it needs to remember its socialist roots more than ever.
Should America Fear China’s Alternative to the TPP?
By Andy Morimoto
In fact, there are potentially some real benefits.
Asia’s Boards: Where Are The Women?
By Anthony Fensom
Despite progress, Asian women are yet to crack the corporate “rice-paper ceiling.” Are arbitrary quotas the answer?
Will China’s State-Owned Enterprise Reform Go Far Enough?
By Sara Hsu
In attempting reform while maintaining control, authorities are trying to have it both ways.