Australia, Japan and the new web of Indo-Pacific minilateralism
The rise of minilateralism in the Indo-Pacific heralds a new way of cooperating with the potential to provide diverse strategic…
Pakistan stuck on a rollercoaster
Pakistan's turbulent 2023 sets the stage for another year of instability and uncertainty. ...
Nepal should leverage powerful friends and chart a roadmap to tackle economic woes
Navigating economic turbulence and complex domestic and international political situations, Nepal needs to balance diplomatic ties while charting a roadmap…
Getting Vietnam’s economic growth back on track
Vietnam risks being unable to move up the value chain in its export-oriented manufacturing industries and losing its competitive edge…
Brunei’s stagnant economy is ripe for change
Brunei needs to pivot towards economic diversification and future high-growth industries to fill the void left by traditional oil and…
Malaysia must take bold economic action
Amid a weak ringgit, inflation concerns and a significant food import bill, Malaysia’s economy has demonstrated resilience, though the government…
India should leverage FTAs to induce FDI flows
India should leverage its free trade agreements to increase foreign direct investment inflows, diversify its import sources and increase participation…
Sri Lanka stuck in choppy political and economic waters
Uncertain economic conditions and an upcoming election will shape Sri Lanka's success in 2024. ...
Indonesia fortifies financial resilience ahead of election
Fiscal and monetary policies must be harmonious and sustainable to maintain economic stability during the 2024 presidential election period. ...
Thailand’s post-pandemic economic recovery still trailing behind
Thailand's new government is struggling to speed up its economic recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic, with demand-side stimulus and new…