Indian-origin economist Tharman Shanmugaratnam has emerged victorious in Singapore’s presidential election, securing a resounding 70.4% of the vote This victory not only marks a significant moment in Singaporean politics but also presents a unique opportunity for the nation to strengthen …
Singapore’s Tharman Shanmugaratnam: A beacon of unity and diplomacy Read More »
To achieve its vast economic potential, ASEAN is leveraging its demographic strength and promoting inclusivity as a catalyst for innovation When looking at drivers of economic growth, ASEAN is a region sometimes overlooked for its potential and overshadowed by economic …
The ASEAN region is the world’s economic dark horse. Here’s why Read More »
Ties That Bind: BIMP-EAGA and IMT-GT Are Vital Building Blocks for ASEAN Read More »
IMF forecast for Asia, estimates that while global growth would be at 4.9%, Asia is estimated to be at 6.4%
Asian economies have seen the most instability as a result of the coronavirus’s succeeding waves, and they have now set their sights on returning to pre-pandemic levels. Despite an impressive comeback in 2021, numerous economists are still concerned about how …
Can ASEAN reclaim its position as the world’s fourth largest economy? Read More »
Strengthening regional value chains is vital because it offers economic and societal benefits that cascade not only across nations but throughout the region. The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership brings 15 nations and 2.2 billion people into a trade partnership. It …
RCEP is a Gargantuan Trade Deal But Will Economies be Able to Make the Most of It? Read More »
Subregional initiatives in Asia, such as ASEAN, GMS, CAREC and SASEC need to overcome economic and political stumbling blocks to extend cooperation more broadly and not miss opportunities for economic recovery and greater resilience. Over the last half century, Asia …
