Unsettled in the middle class: The Jakarta Post
As long as all is well with the middle class, goes the general assumption, all is well with Indonesia. But what if all is not well and Indonesia’s middle class is no longer…
Delayed bailout: Dawn
While the unexpected delay in the new IMF programme’s approval is already causing anxiety in the markets, the timing of Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar’s fresh critique of the…
Dispute-laden tax scheme: The Korea Herald
Rival parties must make fast decision on the financial investment income tax.
Semiconductor alliance: The Statesman
The pact between India and Singapore in the semiconductor sector, signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the country, is a strategic move with significant…
Maintain fiscal discipline in world with interest rates: The Yomiuri Shimbun
What is different from previous years is that with the normalisation of the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy, a world with interest rates has returned.
Keep inflation low: The Korea Herald
Prices down to Bank of Korea's goal last month. Time to watch out for unstable factors.
Alternative energy sources need developing to reduce Indonesia’s LPG imports
Indonesia needs a comprehensive strategy to reduce its reliance on imported LNG that strikes a balance between social, environmental and economic factors in achieving energy…
Economic pessimism: Dawn
There is a prevalence of a pervasive dark mood among citizens deeply burdened by the soaring cost of living due to elevated inflation, especially skyrocketing electricity prices,…
Discrepancy in views: The Korea Herald
President Yoon’s overly optimistic comment on the economic outlook may sound encouraging to his staff and supporters. But he should realize that his view is far removed from the…
Why are Bhutanese start-ups not taking off?: Kuensel
Our start-up scene is anything but successful. Many of our start-ups are struggling to survive, let alone thrive. The dream of the first Bhutanese Unicorn is far-fetched.