Vietnam’s national leadership struggle will impact ASEAN
A politically stable Vietnam is instrumental in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
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How do LNG subsidies affect public spending?
If subsidies continue to grow exponentially, the government may be forced to reallocate funds or resources from other economic activities or turn to borrowing funds.
Hunger, food security, and land use
Regional development policies based on an integrated planning approach should aim to curtail the negative consequences of urban agglomeration and uneven growth.
How do we cope with high energy prices?
The government must extend generous support to poor and low-income families through targeted measures to shield them from the negative impact of high inflationary pressure due to…
Contentious election looms in Myanmar
Two years after the Feb 1, 2021 coup in Myanmar, the country is locked in a vicious multi-front war.
Chairing Asean: What does it mean for Indonesia in 2023?
If Indonesia is able to navigate the geopolitical situation and create regional consensus, Indonesia could turn challenges into opportunities that will benefit not just itself,…
Why China may resort to more policy U-turns
China is no stranger to sudden major policy reversals such as the one on Covid-19. Pragmatism and party legitimacy are key drivers for the sudden changes.
Biodiversity: Philippine’s most underutilized resource
The poor in rural and agricultural settings must be target beneficiaries of biodiversity cultivation and conservation programs.
Who runs Bangladesh?
For a functional democracy, we need both elected political masters and non-elected public servants, says the writer.
Japan’s security vision is Abe’s legacy
During Abe’s tenure Japan revamped its military doctrine and significantly increased defence expenditure.