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South Korean Banks, the EU, and the Failure of Microfinance in Cambodia

South Korean Banks, the EU, and the Failure of Microfinance in Cambodia

By David Whitehouse
Many of the serious problems with the country's microfinance sector were present at its inception in the 1990s.
Cambodia, US Nearing Agreement on Trade, Phnom Penh Says

Cambodia, US Nearing Agreement on Trade, Phnom Penh Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Among the ASEAN nations, Cambodia is the most potentially exposed to any sudden shift in U.S. trade policy.

World Bank Downgrades Economic Outlook for Cambodia, Laos

World Bank Downgrades Economic Outlook for Cambodia, Laos

By Luke Hunt
The Bank's new forecasts put Cambodia and Laos well below targeted sustainable growth.

Trade, Tariffs and Trump in Southeast Asia

Trade, Tariffs and Trump in Southeast Asia

By James Guild
The tariffs will disrupt existing production networks and increase costs, while damaging Washington's image and relations with the region.

Southeast Asian Governments Seek Negotiations Over Trump Tariffs

Southeast Asian Governments Seek Negotiations Over Trump Tariffs

By Sebastian Strangio
Comments from President Trump and members of his inner circle have raised doubts about whether Washington is open to dialogue on the tariffs.
Southeast Asian Governments React to Punitive Trump Tariffs

Southeast Asian Governments React to Punitive Trump Tariffs

By Sebastian Strangio
Vietnam and Thailand say they are open to negotiations with Washington, but will also seek to diversify their export markets away from the U.S.

Nobel Prize-Winning Research Highlights Cambodia’s History of Extractive Institutions

Nobel Prize-Winning Research Highlights Cambodia’s History of Extractive Institutions

By David Whitehouse
The work of Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson can help explain the government's collusion in criminal activities like cyber-scams.
Cambodian Microfinance Loans Based on Rising Land Prices Point to Further NPL Increase

Cambodian Microfinance Loans Based on Rising Land Prices Point to Further NPL Increase

By David Whitehouse
According to forthcoming research, the rate of non-performing loans at the country's microfinance lenders is higher than publicly disclosed,

Laos and Cambodia Don’t Include Scam Industries in Their GDP Data. Should They?

Laos and Cambodia Don’t Include Scam Industries in Their GDP Data. Should They?

By David Hutt
As strange as it sounds, it is not unusual for nations to include criminal activities in their official economic reports.

Why Dollarization Is the Solution to Laos’ Economic Woes

Why Dollarization Is the Solution to Laos’ Economic Woes

By Srinivasa Madhur
Relieved of the need to keep its currency afloat, the central bank could focus on addressing the country’s worsening foreign debt crisis.

Vietnam’s Security Concerns About the Funan Techo Canal Project Are Misplaced

Vietnam’s Security Concerns About the Funan Techo Canal Project Are Misplaced

By Sokvy Rim
There are a number of potential concerns with the Cambodian government's plans for an inland waterway, but security isn't one of them.
Cambodia Looks to the Future By Luring Back Western Investors

Cambodia Looks to the Future By Luring Back Western Investors

By Luke Hunt
The IMF sees significant downside risks as Cambodia slips on corruption index.

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