Tariffs and the Philippine economy
Because Philippine exports now face lower tariffs compared to goods from many competitors, the country could become a more attractive source for US imports.
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A closer look at the Modi-Yunus meeting
In a region already teeming with distrust, misinformation, and emotional narratives, what was truly achieved in this so-called "sideline" meeting?
Beyond retaliation: How ASEAN and Asia can turn the tide against US tariffs
ASEAN and other Asian economic policymakers should bear in mind that the cost of these tariffs will fall largely on US consumers.
Nepal’s invisible poverty
While Nepal’s poverty rate is rapidly declining on paper, the deeper realities remain hidden.
Tariffs, tensions and turning points: A strategy for ASEAN sovereignty
The paradox of economic interdependence and strategic anxiety underscores ASEAN’s urgent need for unity and legal clarity.
The Duterte trial as a cleansing ritual
The forthcoming trial of Mr. Duterte and his fellow masterminds will be a crucial occasion for the Philippines to mend the people’s heavily damaged sense of right and wrong.
Maritime security is a core issue for Filipinos
As the Philippines grapples with its own domestic issues—upcoming elections, political rivalries, and economic challenges—it has to defend itself and assert its sovereignty…
‘High-value guests’ may be key to sustainable tourism
Consumption behavior that does not depend on shopping may make inbound spending more resilient to a strong yen in the future.
Why Idul Fitri is a moment of joy for Catholics, too
Idul Fitri deeply connects with interreligious love, forging reconciliation, charity, respect for diversity and shared human values.
Dhaka’s earthquake gamble: Built on sand, bribery, and blind faith
Dhaka, with its labyrinth of high-rises, its tangled mess of traffic, and its people who live life with an enviable mix of bliss and oblivion, stands precariously on the edge of a…