North Korea’s economy in retrograde
North Korea is rewinding the clock to Soviet days as heavy industries and weapons manufacturing take priority over investment in…
Mongolia’s global resurgence and Oyu Tolgoi’s promise
The commencement of underground production at the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine and heightened coal exports are fuelling Mongolia's economic rebound…
India’s GDP growth masks economic challenges
India’s economy grew substantially in 2023, but the country must tackle rising inflation and declining foreign investment if it wants…
Timor-Leste hits the democratic reset button
In the latest electoral cycle, Timor-Leste’s citizens rejected former president Francisco ‘Lu-Olo’ Guterres’ approach to governance and returned candidates to…
How Australia and Japan can boost minilateralism to counter Chinese influence
Australia and Japan’s overemphasis on security concerns may alienate potential partners in the developing world more focused on sustainable economic…
Poverty and conflict cripple Myanmar’s post-coup economy
While the garment industry fueled some meagre growth in 2023, macro-level indicators have arguably never been worse for the people…
Fixing fragmentation in the settlement of international trade disputes
Global trade fragmentation, exacerbated by diverse trade law interpretations, free trade agreements and WTO Appellate Body dysfunction underscores the need…
Geopolitics and global slowdown weigh on South Korea’s economy
Weakening domestic demand and geopolitical disruptions constrained South Korea's economy in 2023, but the greater long-term challenge is the country's…
Balancing internal and external obligations in the Maldives’ foreign policy
President Mohamed Muizzu’s government looks to strengthen the Maldives' relationships with foreign nations as it develops economically and democratically. ...
Financial literacy needed in Bangladesh to stop scams
Criminals in Bangladesh thrive on digital platforms, luring students and exploiting lax consequences, prompting government-led financial literacy initiatives. ...