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Understanding the Paradox of Japan’s Economy

Understanding the Paradox of Japan’s Economy

By Zhihai XIE
Even while Japan loses ground relative to other advanced economies, its stock market is soaring.
Malaysia’s State-Run Investment Funds Had a Mixed 2023

Malaysia’s State-Run Investment Funds Had a Mixed 2023

By James Guild
The performance of two major Malaysian funds demonstrates both the strength and weakness of forced savings policies.

Thailand-EU Free Trade Pact On Track for Completion in 2025, Thai PM Says

Thailand-EU Free Trade Pact On Track for Completion in 2025, Thai PM Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Srettha Thavisin is acting as a roving economic salesman on state visits to France and Germany this week.

US Firms Set to Invest $1 Billion in Philippines, Commerce Secretary Says

US Firms Set to Invest $1 Billion in Philippines, Commerce Secretary Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The Biden administration is hoping to elevate economic relations with Manila to keep step with the recent enhancement of security ties.

Australia’s Bid to Navigate Troubled Waters in Red Sea

Australia’s Bid to Navigate Troubled Waters in Red Sea

By Ferry Jie
Attacks from Houthi rebels in the Red Sea have jeopardized Australia's already-vulnerable dependency on maritime time. Finding new ways forward will be vital.
The Middle Corridor: A Renaissance in Global Commerce

The Middle Corridor: A Renaissance in Global Commerce

By Hunter Stoll
Although the Middle Corridor offers promise, its journey toward becoming a viable strategic alternative to existing trade routes will be met with tough challenges.

China’s Two Sessions Announces a 5 Percent Growth Target and 1 Trillion Yuan National Bond

China’s Two Sessions Announces a 5 Percent Growth Target and 1 Trillion Yuan National Bond

By Nick Carraway
China’s main goals this year are stability, the development of critical sectors, and stimulating the economy.  
Taiwan’s Surprising Drop in Trade Dependence on Mainland China

Taiwan’s Surprising Drop in Trade Dependence on Mainland China

By Howard Shen
The root cause is not Taipei’s efforts, but China’s own economic woes.

Even Without Sanctions, South Korea Significantly Reduced Fossil Fuel Imports From Russia

Even Without Sanctions, South Korea Significantly Reduced Fossil Fuel Imports From Russia

By Troy Stangarone
Seoul did not adopt sanctions on Russian fossil fuels, but it has sharply cut such imports nonetheless. 

Avoiding a US-Japan Rift Over Steel

Avoiding a US-Japan Rift Over Steel

By Richard Katz
Is a deal between Nippon Steel and United Steelworkers in the offing?

Russian Gas Supplies to Uzbekistan Set to Grow

Russian Gas Supplies to Uzbekistan Set to Grow

By Catherine Putz
As the “Central Asia gas union” solidifies on the back of high demand, political and corruption risks linger.
Vietnam Opens Trial in $12.5 Billion Corruption Case

Vietnam Opens Trial in $12.5 Billion Corruption Case

By Sebastian Strangio
Truong My Lan, the head of a Ho Chi Minh City-based real estate firm, faces charges, along with 84 associates and alleged accomplices.

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