Moody’s says Asia more resilient to COVID-19 economic shocks
Moody’s sees Asia as being in a better position to absorb the economic shock of C-19.
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A forum for shared future of world
The strength of the Boao Forum stems from the cooperation of its 29 initial countries, board of directors, council of advisers, members, partners and delegates.
Chinese Grand Prix, Hong Kong Sevens add to Asia’s sports calendar chaos
– The deadly COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak is causing chaos across Asia’s sporting calendar.
Building an Asian community with a shared future
Xi Jinping’s idea of building an Asian community with a shared future is not only in line with the development trend of the world and the trend of the times, but also the inherent needs of Asian countries, reflecting China’s wisdom and China’s programme.
Asian century and a community of shared future
Asia is the most dynamic and promising region in the world today, but it is also facing enormous risks and challenges due to internal diversity, complexity and external forces.
Economic power shifting east as Asia rises
In 1820, Asia accounted for two-thirds of the global population and more than one-half of the world GDP. The subsequent decline of Asia was attributable to its integration with the world economy shaped by colonialism and driven by imperialism.
‘Asian century impossible’ without China-India cooperation
Quite a few Asian leaders and strategists believe that the world was Europeanised in the 19th century, Americanised in the 20th century and is now being Asianised.
Asia must be wary of US missile plan
US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper said Saturday that he was in favor of deploying ground-based intermediate-range missiles in Asia. If that is the case, it will certainly trigger an intense arms race in the region.
Global recession fears grow as manufacturing shrinks across Asia
Factory activity contracted in most Asian countries under the pressure of the trade war.
Global carbon emissions hit record high last year
Global energy-related carbon emissions rise to a record high last year.
THE FUTURE IS ASIAN: Global Order in the Twenty-first Century
This over-400-page book explains why Asia is a lot bigger than anyone of us thinks. To many people, the first thing that comes to their mind when they think of Asia is China.
Cambodia getting buzz amid global slump
A wave of slumping real estate prices has swept across Asia. But apparently, Cambodia didn’t get the memo.
Call for all nations to respect UN Charter
Senior Minister accuses some powerful countries of using human rights as a tool.
What the looming US recession means for Asia’s economy
Asia’s trade dependence on the United States has in fact increased, not decreased, according to the IMF. A slow-down in the US economy will have significant implications for the region and Adam Triggs advises that Asia best build its domestic buffers now before the next storm hits.
Will the US make Asia feel secure?
Will the US make Asia feel secure? It is an indisputable fact that the presence of the US has been the cornerstone of balance of power, stability and security of Asia and the Pacific for over half a century.
ASEM: Trying to connect Europe and Asia together
October is set to be a “very Asia-oriented month” in Brussels according to the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission, Federica Mogherini as she revealed the EU Strategy for Connecting Europe and Asia.
Why Asia’s ‘arms race’ is not quite what it seems
It is hard to follow international news without becoming aware of the dangerous geopolitical tensions in Asia.
India and Cambodia: Bound by faith
India in South Asia and Cambodia in the Southeast are, in many ways, connected to each other, with common faith playing a big role. Buddhism, which was born and flourished in India thousands of years ago.
Keller Williams ready to take on the Cambodian market
Keller Williams has awarded a franchise to a team of local professionals.
61% of foreign workers in Israel from Asia
Israel has about 100,000 foreign workers with valid work visas.
US plans economic initiatives in Asia
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was set to announce a series of investment initiatives in Asia, focusing on digital economy.
Calling out for Japan’s economic leadership
The Asian region and the global economy have relied on American leadership but now it is necessary for Asia to step up.
Making the most of out of Asia’s aging populations
Rapid population aging poses a serious threat to Asia’s long-term economic prospects.
In Cambodia, stalled Chinese casino resort embodies Silk Road secrecy
The Dara Sakor Seashore Resort seems a long way off the new Chinese Silk Road.
A lesser Australia in Asia
If left unchecked, a decline in Australia’s influence will continue quite rapidly over the coming decade, writes Nick Bisley.
Growing smarter in the region
Education systems, with the right policies and practices in place, can lead to both better skilled and more equitable societies in the East Asia and Pacific region, writes Victoria Kwakwa.
BLACK: Beyond a cutesy romantic drama
The influence of Korean culture around the world, in Asia especially, is massive. People sing and dance to Korean Pop songs, albeit not understanding what the lyrics mean.
Siem Reap’s waterfront village
The Tonle Sap Lake is not only one of the biggest bodies of inland water in Asia, it’s also home to more than 10,000 people who live on its waters.
An economic powerhouse in Australia
PT Singam looks at the growth of Western Australia, Australia’s western gateway to Asia that has evolved from a backwater to an economic powerhouse.
Markets dive as panic spreads
Panic gripped trading floors across the world, with Asia and Europe plunging after record-breaking losses on Wall Street.
