Topic
Economy
Can Xi Jinping Achieve His Ambitions After the Biden-Xi Summit?
By Jianli Yang
Xi’s transformation from “wolf warrior” to “panda” was more about what came after the summit: a major gathering with American CEOs.
Are We There Yet? Indonesia’s Huge EV Challenge
By Mailinda Eka Yuniza and Jonathan Abram Dewanto
Indonesia wants to increase its use of EVs but the cost of rolling out public charging stations is just one challenge.
China’s Heavy Economic Legacy of State Ownership and Central Planning
By Itzhak Goldberg
Waning productivity and declining growth in China cannot be explained by the pandemic or even demographic shifts. It is also the consequence of an unfinished reform agenda.
How the ‘Fab 4’ Can Bring Clarity to Semiconductor Supply Chains
By Jaemin Lee
It’s time for the alliance to break away from its feeble, ad hoc gatherings and help foster the type of predictability that industry needs.
China’s Pursuit of Autonomous Machine Computing Self-Sufficiency
By Shaoshan Liu
The development of computing chips for autonomous machines is China’s only missing link in completing its self-reliant autonomous machine ecosystem.
Biden Avoids Trade Deals While Promising a Better Economic Relationship With Asia
By Josh Boak
With IPEF, the U.S. administration is hoping to sidestep domestic politics while addressing issues such as supply chains and climate change.
China-US Trade and Decoupling: ‘We Are in Uncharted Waters’
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Allen Morrison.
China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Southeast Asia: The Next Decade
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the future prospects of Beijing’s BRI in the region.
China’s Bid to Construct a ‘Maritime Community With a Shared Future’ in the South China Sea
By Luc Minh Tuan
China’s quest for control of the disputed waters goes beyond security to include economic and cultural dimensions as well.
Is Pakistan Eyeing Another Bigger IMF Deal?
By Umair Jamal
Its caretaker government is diligently implementing the terms of the current loan package, which would ease the way for an elected government to negotiate for more.
Is VinFast Destined To Be the Next Proton?
By James Guild
The Vietnamese EV maker is hoping to establish itself as a leading regional player, but so far its decision-making has been questionable.
Despite Criticisms, Thailand to Press Ahead With $13.8 Billion Stimulus Plan
By Sebastian Strangio
The plan, which will disperse 10,000-baht payments to 50 million Thais, has been come under fire from economists and the political opposition.