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The Economic Impact of Pakistan’s Internet Crisis

The Economic Impact of Pakistan’s Internet Crisis

By Osama Ahmad
The damage to Pakistan’s economy from internet shutdowns and social media restrictions reached new heights in 2024 – something the country can ill afford.

China in Pakistan’s Power Sector: The Hidden Costs Behind Pakistan’s Energy Overcapacity

China in Pakistan’s Power Sector: The Hidden Costs Behind Pakistan’s Energy Overcapacity

By Nishant Yadav
Contracts with Chinese power producers have left Pakistan footing a massive bill for inefficient supply – all while electricity shortfalls continue.
Fostering Stronger Business Ties Between Mongolia and the United States 

Fostering Stronger Business Ties Between Mongolia and the United States 

By Bolor Lkhaajav, Egiimaa Tsolmonbaatar, and Adiya Oyungerel
Despite other positive trends, during the Biden administration, there was no substantial increase in U.S. businesses entering Mongolia.

Tiny Steps for TAPI in the Taliban’s Afghanistan

Tiny Steps for TAPI in the Taliban’s Afghanistan

By Catherine Putz
The Taliban authorities say that around 3 kilometers of the pipeline has been completed, out of more than 770 km needed to bring Turkmen gas to the Pakistani border.

Vietnam Signs Nuclear Cooperation Deal With Russian Government

Vietnam Signs Nuclear Cooperation Deal With Russian Government

By Sebastian Strangio
Hanoi is restarting its civilian nuclear program nearly a decade after canceling it over cost and safety concerns.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

The Johor-Singapore SEZ: 1963 Reimagined?

The Johor-Singapore SEZ: 1963 Reimagined?

By Marcus Loh
The project offers an opportunity to enhance the strategic partnership between Singapore and Malaysia, at a time when bilateral ties are on a solid footing.

The Return of Malaysia’s Government Investment Funds

The Return of Malaysia’s Government Investment Funds

By James Guild
Whatever momentum there once was for getting the state out of the economy has seemingly stalled.
Beyond Debt: China-Sri Lanka Economic Relations in a New Era

Beyond Debt: China-Sri Lanka Economic Relations in a New Era

By Umesh Moramudali and Yunnan Chen
How will Colombo's economic relations with Beijing proceed in the post-default era?

Thai Cabinet Approves Draft Law Legalizing Gambling

Thai Cabinet Approves Draft Law Legalizing Gambling

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's government says that legal casinos will bolster further the recovery of the country's tourism sector.

Singapore Should Intervene in the Region’s Online Scam Industry

Singapore Should Intervene in the Region’s Online Scam Industry

By David Hutt
The Singaporean government wants to intervene in the bank accounts of its own citizens but not in the scam industries of neighboring countries.

Afghanistan Continues to Refine Its Extraction Strategy

Afghanistan Continues to Refine Its Extraction Strategy

By Patrick Yeager
The Taliban are gradually increasing revenue streams from resource extraction operations in an effort to minimize the impact of Western pressure. 
2025: Decision Time for the Kazakh Economy

2025: Decision Time for the Kazakh Economy

By Benjamin Godwin
To meet its own investment targets and decarbonize its economy, the Tokayev administration needs to fully commit to its economic program in 2025.

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