Silver lining to economic storm clouds
Recent sell-off in the markets promises better long-term returns, says JP Morgan’s chair of global research Joyce Chang.
IMF has changed, but has Sri Lanka?
The writer says Sri Lanka's corrupt systems need a shake-up if they wish to avail of the funding opportunities presented by donors.
Migrant workers to sustain Korea’s economic future
Many Asian youth will keep coming here in increasing numbers in the days ahead to take up jobs that require nimble hands but are shunned by educated Koreans.
Investors less than keen to take big bets on Malaysia
The private sector's hesitancy comes on the back of numerous policy flip-flops since the 2018 election saw the first change of government in six decades.
Is the world’s most-sanctioned nation Russia really hurting?
Some say Russia is headed towards economic disaster following its invasion of Ukraine, but the real picture is more complicated.
Glitter or gold? Indonesia’s glowing economic outlook put to test after fuel price hikes
The move to slash fuel subsidies is an opportunity for the government to prove the glow of the country's economy is not skin-deep.
The right policies can protect the workers of Asia and the Pacific
Decent employment for all and an expansion of social protection and health care should form the foundations of a strong social contract between the State and its citizens.
The government should bite the bullet to prevent fiscal time bomb
The writer says Indonesia need a well-designed, permanent fuel reform policy that will gradually bring domestic fuel prices closer to their actual production costs.
The IMF deal and beyond
It will be a major challenge to ensure that economic stabilisation goals are on track in the face of the latest catastrophe caused by the floods and torrential rains that have…
How trade with India may prove ‘cost-effective’
Sources say Pakistan could save foreign exchange by allowing direct import with lesser cost than sourcing through a third country, such as the UAE.