Economy

Some observers claim that the country has become too reliant on China for its own good – but the data says otherwise.

For New Zealand, Trump’s overwhelming win in the U.S. election might spark a rethink of its policy of aligning more closely with Washington.

Banning domestic vape sales while preserving manufacturing for export may simply serve to expand the shadow market and line the pockets of customs officials. 

The region's online economy is beginning to show signs of maturity, as firms attempt to pivot from growth to profitability.

Although branded as commercial deals, most of the agreements involve a steel and mining company recently acquired and renamed by a state-owned private equity firm in the wake of a tragic mining accident.

Whoever prevails on November 5, the region is bound to face a more complex and challenging economic environment.

The announcement comes not long after the government imposed similar restrictions on the sale of Apple's latest iPhone model.

Labor unions say the wide-ranging legislation, passed in 2020, could undermine vital worker protections.

Despite Moscow’s diplomatic overtures, Uzbekistan announced on October 17 that it will not be pursuing full membership in the Eurasian Economic Union. 

After nearly two decades of talks, and numerous diplomatic twists and turns, the country has sealed an FTA with the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Russia is increasingly reliant on transnational schemes to circumvent sanctions, which occasionally run through Central Asia.

A logistics specialist discusses economics, poverty and the nuts and bolts of climate change in Southeast Asia.