Reasons behind the surging dollar
Fed rate hike and worsening geopolitics are making investors seek safe-haven dollar-denominated assets.
OPINION
Pakistan’s hybrid regime is coming to an end. What next?
The compact between the civilian and military elite now lies in tatters, which is why we are seeing unprecedented political chaos and upheaval in Pakistan.
Working together to improve children’s dietary diversity
As of the end of 2021, it was estimated that 50 million children were suffering from wasting – the most life-threatening form of malnutrition.
Getting it right for net zero by 2050
Singapore's longer path to announcing its intention to reach net zero by 2050 should be viewed as a reflection of its commitment to tackling the climate crisis.
Some early lessons from Pakistan floods
Even when the floodwaters continue to inundate nearly a third of Pakistan, it is still possible to identify what needs to be done going forward.
Puan makes last dash in 2024 presidential bid
House Speaker Puan Maharani is making high-profile public appearances in a bid to boost her electability, which has remained stubbornly low in the run-up to the 2024 presidential…
Is the world’s most-sanctioned nation Russia really hurting?
Some say Russia is headed towards economic disaster following its invasion of Ukraine, but the real picture is more complicated.
Glitter or gold? Indonesia’s glowing economic outlook put to test after fuel price hikes
The move to slash fuel subsidies is an opportunity for the government to prove the glow of the country's economy is not skin-deep.
Understanding the proposed Bangladesh-India agreement
The agreement has the potential to be a game-changing one, given the economic and geographical potential between India and Bangladesh.
The Rohingya crisis and the need for political unity
The process of building a political community – veritably a nation in the case of the Rohingya – is a long one.