Can China and Indonesia’s strong financial ties withstand ‘resource nationalism’?
Back in 2009, when China’s economy was expanding at about twice today’s pace, a little-known private firm made…
Singapore central bank tightens monetary policy as Iran war stokes price risks
The Monetary Authority of Singapore building in Singapore, on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021. The chief of Singapore’s central…
Explainer | How are US tariffs and trade barriers redrawing China’s export map?
Despite a slowing economy, recurring trade frictions and intensifying price competition, the value of China’s exports rose in…
India’s strong economic growth impresses amid doubts on ‘overstated’ data
The better-than-expected growth of India’s economy, driven by strong performance in the domestic consumer and manufacturing sectors, highlights…
Hong Kong’s HK$19 trillion in bank deposits proves safe haven status: Paul Chan
Hong Kong has become a “safe haven” for capital with bank deposits exceeding HK$19 trillion (US$2.4 trillion) this…
Asia-Pacific payments sector urged to act on quantum threats now
The Emerging Payments Association of Asia has published a report highlighting the urgency for the payments industry in…
Chinese firms treat trade fair as testing ground for Southeast Asian market ambitions
A trade fair in the southern Chinese city of Nanning has become a testing ground for exporters shifting…
Tariffs, Duterte Risks Loom as Philippines’ Marcos Charts Last Years in Power
Fresh from tariff talks with President Donald Trump, Philippine leader Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is on Monday set to…
Exclusive | Trump eyes autumn China trip, but September visit off the table: sources
US President Donald Trump is keen to visit China but a September visit is not happening, according to…