Topic
Economy
ASEAN’s Cross-Border Digital Payment System Explained
By James Guild
Greater financial integration is good for consumers and travelers, but it won't end Southeast Asia's dependence on the U.S. dollar.
China Struggles With Weak Post-COVID Economic Recovery
By Associated Press
China’s economy rebounded at the start of 2023, but after a good first quarter, factory output and consumer spending are weakening.
Can IPEF Protect Corporate Supply Chains?
By SUKEGAWA Seiya
An IPEF agreement notwithstanding, companies in the Indo-Pacific will still be at risk of disruptions to their supply networks.
China, Pakistan, and the Taliban: CPEC in Afghanistan
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Claudia Chia.
Who Benefits From the Eurasian Economic Union?
By Elvira Aidarkhanova
Russia needs the support of its "old friends" more than ever and views the EAEU as a vehicle for that support.
‘Dollarization’ of North Korean Economy, Once Vital, Now Potential Threat to Kim’s Rule
By Hyung-jin Kim
Defectors say an attempt to end use of U.S. dollars and Chinese yuan would likely just cause chaos.
US Company Signs Agreement to Enter Sri Lanka’s Retail Fuel Market
By Bharatha Mallawarachi
In addition to long-time player India, China’s Sinopec has also acquired rights to operate in the island’s retail market.
Fears About Migrant Workers in Thailand Unfounded, Cambodian PM Admits
By Sebastian Strangio
Following earlier comments from the Cambodian leader, Thailand's Move Forward Party denied it had any policy of expelling migrant workers from the country.
Pakistan, Iran Seal Energy Deal to Power Gwadar
By Mariyam Suleman Anees
Some Pakistanis are worried about Gwadar’s considerable reliance on Iranian electricity, especially in the context of U.S. opposition to trade with Iran.
Why Singapore Airlines Had a Good 2022
By James Guild
The city-state's flagship carrier enjoys a key advantage over many of its regional rivals.
What’s the Status of Plans to Export Russian Gas to Uzbekistan?
By Catherine Putz
Moscow’s needs are more immediate, giving Tashkent time and space to negotiate.
Workers Worry as Sri Lanka Begins Reforming Labor Laws Again
By Rathindra Kuruwita
Labor reforms are touted as a panacea for economic woes but they essentially aim at facilitating dismissal of workers.