Indonesia’s quest for digital might fast, but not hungry for success
The Digital Competitiveness Index shows that the Indonesian digital economy is growing fast, but the country’s shortfalls relative to its ASEAN neighbors carry real implications.
Prices of essentials: Is the only way ‘up’?
The writer says the Bangladeshi government must monitor the market closely and plan for a sustainable and inclusive pandemic recovery.
Advancing Indonesia’s carbon market agenda
Placing a price on carbon emissions is essential if Indonesia and the rest of the world are to meet their climate ambitions.
The impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on Indonesia’s economy
Indonesia cannot insulate itself from the worldwide inflationary trend because the current inflation is a global phenomenon.
The day after the day after Russia’s invasion
The writer says a new chapter in geopolitics and economics will unfold.
Can virtual labour mobility heal scars of Indonesia’s youth job insecurity?
The writers say a labor market crisis is looming for the next generation if unemployment and job insecurity are overlooked.
Russian invasion could cripple global economy
The writer says the risks of higher inflation and lower growth remain despite some signs of recovery.
China’s proposal for a metro rail line and unanswered questions
The proposal for a metro rail line in Chattogram entails reclaiming land from the sea to build a 60-square km "smart city" in exchange for a share of the latter.
Tapping on China’s holiday consumption potential
The total retail sales of consumer goods increased 7.09% in 2021 compared with 2019, while online consumption grew 26.8%.
Why cheap cooking oil comes at a high price
An economist will tell you that any form of subsidy is essentially bad for the economy, in more ways than one.