IMF must be flexible with loan conditions to prevent Pakistan’s economic crisis from worsening
The IMF must show some flexibility on the conditions imposed on Pakistan to prevent the country’s economic crisis from getting out of hand.
Opposition sans spirit
The paper says democratic norms and values have remained a chimaera in Nepali politics, and there is little hope that this situation will change.
How emerging economies are reshaping the international financial system
The ascent of several emerging economies has seen their contributions to the multilateral finance system that supports development rise significantly.
How will Japan deal with a critically declining birth rate?
If the population of younger generations continues to decline at this rate, it will be difficult to expect economic growth.
Auditing the taxman
With the country’s corruption perception index at a record low, reforms are urgently needed, both to clean up the institution and to regain the trust of the public.
Improving digital competitiveness key to Indonesia’s sustainability
Improving digital competitiveness and closing the gap among provinces is essential for the country's economic and environmental sustainability.
Indonesian palm oil at critical juncture: To thrive or dive?
Despite the policy uncertainty over the past two years and escalating negative campaign by the European Union and many green NGOs, the palm oil industry has proven its resilience.
Bangladesh’s election commission must do a better job in second year
The paper says the commission must act neutrally and steadfastly to create conditions necessary for restoring public trust as well as holding fair and participatory elections.
All hands on deck needed to beat poverty
Failure to manage the basic necessities for survival has driven numerous poor families to leave the capital city and other urban areas and relocate to their village homes.
Put efforts into enriching regional areas through spending by foreign visitors
Now that it seems the pandemic is being mitigated and the number of visitors to Japan has begun to recover, it is important to take advantage of this opportunity to increase…