Topic
Economy
Breaking Down the $20 Billion in Indonesia’s Just Energy Transition Partnership
By James Guild
The financing terms on offer from the U.S., Japan, and the European Union fall short of a strong commitment to the country's decarbonization.
Will US-China Rivalry Spur the Transformation of Indonesia’s Critical Minerals Sector?
By Moch Faisal Karim
Compliance with the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act will be difficult. But it could bring Jakarta considerable long-term benefits.
How to Actually Overcome China’s Rare Earths Monopoly
By Tim Worstall
For materials that are essential to our modern way of life, the rare earths industry is surprisingly small – which is why China has been able to dominate thus far.
The State of China’s Autonomous Machine Computing Research
By Shaoshan Liu
A strong research sector is the foundation of the autonomy economy. How does China measure up?
Indonesia Announces Visa Waivers In Order To Boost Tourism
By Sebastian Strangio
The country has joined Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia in loosening entry regulations amid the region's sluggish tourism recovery.
Is China Open for Business Again?
By Lea Thome
China’s signals that its economy is open for business and tourism are increasingly urgent, but will they be effective?
Thailand on Track to Meet Tourism Target for 2023, Government Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The Tourism Authority of Thailand expects up to 28 million people to have visited the country by the end of this year.
Amid Protests, Kyrgyzstan Delays New Tax Regulations
By Catherine Putz
But President Sadyr Japarov has also made clear that change -- and cash registers -- are coming to the country's bazaars one way or another.
Are Investors Becoming Disillusioned With Southeast Asia’s Tech Companies?
By James Guild
Most of the region's major players are yet to live up to the hype that once surrounded them.
Australia, Indonesia Aim to Challenge China’s Dominance in EVs and Batteries
By Marina Yue Zhang
Indonesia and Australia are teaming up to challenge China's dominance in electric vehicles and battery manufacturing.
The Qosh Tepa Canal: A Source of Hope in Afghanistan
By Freshta Jalalzai
While the canal project is a source of promise, it faces many challenges, not the least of which is unease in Central Asia about water security.
Central Asia’s Great Energy Paradox
By Assel Tutumlu and Farkhod Aminjonov
Why does the energy-rich region experience such frequent power and heating failures?