The link between climate change and financial systems
The writer says that it is found that banks situated in countries facing elevated climate risk demonstrate diminished levels of financial stability.
Women’s Work: Time to recognise their critical role in agriculture—and invest in it!
The underinvestment in women's economic empowerment has contributed to insufficient progress in advancing women’s economic empowerment and hindering women’s opportunities in…
Supporting self-employment to solve female labour force participation problem
Stronger policies the promotion inclusion and gender equality are needed to resolve the dual responsibility expected of many Indonesian women, as both breadwinners and homemakers,…
EU’s China policy should avoid lose-lose trap
The Munich Security Conference's annual report, titled "Lose-Lose?", marks a significant shift, notes the writer.
Tax evasion by the rich is setting Bangladesh back as a nation
The paper says that government has, for a long time, failed to increase its tax revenue that, added with the ongoing economic crisis, has eroded its fiscal space.
Traffic capital of the world
Contrary to official wisdom, building more roads may be counterproductive to the purpose of easing traffic, notes the paper.
The young lead new trends in consumption market
With per capita GDP of more than $12,000, China is poised to enter the ranks of middle- to high-income economies, and accordingly, its consumer market is transitioning toward…
Nepal’s tourism potential
The paper says the country must be clear about the kind and number of tourists it needs and can handle.
‘Shrinkflation’ hits consumers
Business owners have resorted to this tactic mainly due to the fear that they would lose their ultra budget-sensitive market if they raise prices to cover the corresponding…
What’s next for Cambodia in the shadow of Japan and China competition?
The writer says Cambodia’s journey in navigating the ASEAN competition requires a strategic approach that encompasses leveraging strengths, fostering collaboration and ensuring…