Thriving in a disrupted world
The world suddenly stands at the cusp of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with technological advancement in the digital, physical and biological worlds bringing change at…
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‘India cannot become refugee capital of the world’
The Indian government tells Supreme Court that Rohingya issue is not a matter for the apex court to intervene in. The Indian government has told the Supreme Court, which is…
Asia’s Aging Population
Once predicted to be the Asian century, the 21st century may actually see many countries in Asia coming to grips with its aging population. Japan is the oft-cited example of a…
A new Nepal after elections
A leftist alliance between former Maoist rebels and communists emerged victorious in Nepal’s first parliamentary election since 1999, with the ruling centre-left party suffered…
India-Asean agree to strengthen maritime ties
With China’s growing influence in the region, India and the Asean nations decided to step up maritime and counter-terror cooperation and bolster connectivity plans during a…
China to roll out new reforms to open up economy
China to take new measures to open up economy, some measures to exceed expectations of international community. Liu He, China’s economic mastermind and President Xi…
5 sovereign wealth funds to keep an eye on in Asia
In recent years, sovereign wealth funds have made headlines for a variety of reasons. In Malaysia, corruption allegations stemming from 1Malaysia Development Berhad thrust Prime…
Economic Disparity: A Bridge Too Far
Forget hard work and talent, the real determinant of future success is wealth. That is the depressing conclusion that Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of Oxfam International…
The Belt and Road Initiative: China’s Grand Project
China’s Belt and Road Initiative is a unique opportunity to connect continents through infrastructure, cultural and technological exchange. China’s Belt and Road…
Hun Sen: A 20th Century Strongman in the 21st Century
Voted into power in 1985, Hun Sen helped rebuild Cambodia after the brutal Khmer Rouge regime forced the country to its knees, leaving an estimated two million dead. 33 years…