Save the Philippines from debt misuse
Just as inflation in the prices of goods and services are initially met with howls of protest but eventually become accepted as part of the normal, so, too, it seems, have…
Empowering Asean MSMEs to embrace circular economy
By addressing the challenges and creating an environment for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises to thrive, we can unlock their full potential and contribute to sustainable…
Drop in Korea’s global ranking reveals issues plaguing government efficiency
The paper says the pace of decline may not be dramatic, but policymakers need to scrutinise what has led to the drop in the ranking.
Simple arithmetic shows Pakistan is set to run out of forex reserves latest by December
The writer says the next government will have to make history in the speed with which it obtains accession to an IMF programme.
The circular economy requires nurturing
As textile recycling is a global industry, international cooperation is essential for its progress.
In the land of elderly rickshaw pullers
The writer says Bangladesh, as a nation, should be able to better protect and provide for the disadvantaged and marginalised population.
No excuse good enough for the persistently high prices of essentials
The paper says what Bangladesh needs is a shift in government priorities, followed by policies that can promote greater competition in the market, leading to lowering of prices.
Power crisis: Perils of pursuing the old dangerous path
The writer says the situation could conceivably get worse, with the energy and power sectors becoming a huge burden on the economy and aggravating the dollar crisis.
The end of revenge spending
Higher inflation, even as it has slowed in recent months, will continue to bear on household expenditures in the months ahead, making slower growth persist through the rest of the…
Revisiting Indonesia’s post-COVID fiscal policy
The Indonesian government through its fiscal policy played an important role in supporting the economy, especially for the mid-to-low-income class, which was largely affected by…