Topic
Economy
Yellen Calls for Level Playing Field for US Workers and Firms During China Visit
By Fatima Hussein and Ken Moritsugu
The U.S. Treasury Secretary raised what the U.S. considers to be unfair Chinese trade practices in talks with senior Chinese officials.
How Will the Prabowo Administration Approach Indonesian Energy Policy?
By Aldwin Yusgiantoro
The new administration will take office at a crucial point in the country's energy transition.
The Broadening Strategy of U.S. Technological Restrictions on China
By Yingfan CHEN, Hamilton CHEN, and Dingding CHEN
The Biden administration's restrictions can be said to have shifted from “small yard, high fence” to “large yard, low fence.”
What’s Next for Japan’s Economy After Monetary Policy Shift?
By Hans Horan
Japan’s monetary policy shift, ending its experiment with negative interest rates, is unlikely to yield the expected results amid China’s economic stagnation.
Navigating New Roads: China’s EV Giants and the GCC’s Economic Shift
By Zichong Ye
The growing presence of Chinese EV makers in Gulf countries indicates a convergence of interests.
Does a Ship’s Flag Matter?
By Aisyah Llewellyn
The container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge flew a Singaporean flag, but this is unlikely to play much of a role in the complex legal case to come.
Southeast Asian Tech Giants Poised for Profitability in 2024
By James Guild
After years of breakneck expansion, many of the biggest players are beginning to turn their attention toward maximizing profits.
World Bank: Debt, Trade Barriers and Uncertainty Will Drag on Asian Economies in 2024
By Elaine Kurtenbach
A new World Bank report says Asian economies are not doing as well as they could be.
Enze Han on China’s Multifarious Presence in Southeast Asia
By Sebastian Strangio
"There is a tendency to attribute everything associated with China to the Chinese state and the CCP, as if they dictate every aspect."
Deceptive Practices and Countermeasures on China’s Online Retail Platforms
By Xue Zhang
As e-commerce has exploded in China, so have sales of fake goods and deceptive advertising practices. What are the countermeasures and potential solutions?”
Amid Geopolitical Concerns, US Capital Flows From China to Japan
By Grace Shao
While China’s global growth story is hitting a rough patch, in Asia, we’ve now officially entered the era of Japan’s revitalization.
China Infrastructure Pledges Falling Short in Southeast Asia, Report Claims
By Sebastian Strangio
Despite unfulfilled pledges of more than $50 billion, Beijing still remains the region's largest infrastructure funder by a considerable margin.