Bolstering Indonesia-India strategic partnership will be mutually beneficial
Given the untapped potential that remains in their bilateral partnership, it will be mutually beneficial for Indonesia and India to maximize the scope of their strategic…
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Future of money lies in a new payments ecosystem
Smart contracts on a unified ledger could allow the private sector to develop new products and services to build on top of it, increasing the efficiency of transactions.
How emerging economies are reshaping the international financial system
The ascent of several emerging economies has seen their contributions to the multilateral finance system that supports development rise significantly.
Princesses of North Korea’s Kim dynasty
Contrary to widespread conjectures that the sudden rise of Kim’s young daughter should mean the downfall of his once-powerful sister, there also are cautious voices warning…
Indonesian palm oil at critical juncture: To thrive or dive?
Despite the policy uncertainty over the past two years and escalating negative campaign by the European Union and many green NGOs, the palm oil industry has proven its resilience.
All hands on deck needed to beat poverty
Failure to manage the basic necessities for survival has driven numerous poor families to leave the capital city and other urban areas and relocate to their village homes.
When Sino-US acrimony spills over to home ownership in Texas
A controversial Texas Bill banning property purchases by nationals of hostile nations points to how sour bilateral ties are influencing the actions of US states.
Polluted development: Profits for few, losses for all
Staying silent against environmental pollution is serving the interests of the elite who are making profits from pollution.
Taking a five-step approach to decarbonisation in a downturn
More than ever, it will be critical to clearly understand the sustainability priorities of customers who are navigating a downturn and are very focused on costs.
The avian flu problem is not just for the birds
While the risk of human-to-human spread of this new variant seems to be of low concern for now, the effects of the virus among birds and mammals, both wild and in captivity, could…