Cambodia’s oil dreams offer development, independence but risk corruption
After years of delay, Cambodia began extracting oil for the first time in December 2020, signaling a new era for the country’s economy.
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The power of people: urbanisation will radically transform ASEAN cities by 2050
The United Nations says increased urban migration flows will heavily impact the region’s cities in coming decades. These trends could exacerbate environmental and economic problems, but they also bring the prospect of renewal.
Explaining Malaysia’s deflation since the 2009 crisis
Malaysia’s economy has moved on from 2009. But is there a fresh cause for concern?
A brain drain in reverse: Vietnam’s economy thrives as top talents return
Business is thriving in Vietnam as vast numbers of expats return. Their skills are helping to stimulate the country’s economy, and the government wants to cash in.
Indonesia turns to the manufacturing sector to build an upper-middle-income economy
The current structure of the Indonesian economy will not deliver 7% annual economic growth. Will the government’s new focus on developing its manufacturing sector, pave the way to success?
Malaysia’s economy suffers as political instability continues post GE14
Malaysia’s economic growth slowed in 2018 despite a smooth transition of power. To mitigate the damages inflicted by an international trade war, Pakatan Harapan must find some stability.
The Indonesian economy is shaping up to be the key election issue for 2019: Who benefits and who suffers?
The Indonesian election is still seven months away. But the issue that will define the next seven months is already beginning to take shape.
Japan’s elderly die alone
Facebook0TwitterReddit0LinkedinemailThe world’s fastest ageing population is racing against time to prepare for a difficult future. The implications of hyper-ageing are inevitable, and many elderly are already pressed to…
Life after oil: How will Brunei survive?
Facebook0TwitterReddit0LinkedinemailBy Sarah Caroline Bell Flush with money, Brunei has the financial capacity to provide its citizens with an unbelievably comfortable lifestyle. Bruneians, the fourth wealthiest people…