This history of currencies suggests the US dollar’s dominance may fade – but it will happen slowly
The US dollar is said to benefit from ‘exorbitant privilege’ in international trade. But history shows that may not last.
Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?
For the poorest households in Asia, even small loans can lead to expensive debt traps.
Laos Navigates Great Power Competition as Trade Tensions Mount
Laos occupies a critical position in the evolving dynamics between China and the United States, serving as a crossroads for competing economic and strategic interests across Southeast Asia. The landlocked nation's geographic location, infrastructure
Indonesia's Path to Electric Vehicle Adoption
Indonesia stands at a pivotal moment in its automotive evolution, positioning itself as a key player in Southeast Asia's transition to electric vehicles. The world's fourth most populous nation possesses the raw materials, manufacturing capacity, and
China's AI Revolution Transforms Asian Entertainment Landscape
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how entertainment content is created, distributed, and consumed across Asia, with China emerging as a central innovator in this transformation. Government policies, technological infrastructure, and private sector
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This history of currencies suggests the US dollar’s dominance may fade – but it will happen slowly
The US dollar is said to benefit from ‘exorbitant privilege’ in international trade. But history shows that may not last.…
ASEAN Summit Concludes with Landmark Trade Framework Agreement
Leaders from the ten-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations concluded a three-day summit in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, endorsing a new digital tra…
Bangladesh's Garment Sector Adapts to Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics
Bangladesh's garment industry stands at a critical inflection point as regional trade patterns evolve and supply chain strategies shift across Asia. The sector, which employs millions and anchors the nation's export econ…

Indonesia's Path to Electric Vehicle Adoption
Indonesia stands at a pivotal moment in its automotive evolution, positioning itself as a key player in Southeast Asia's transition to electric vehicl…
Women Driving Cambodia's Garment Sector Forward
Women constitute the backbone of Cambodia's garment manufacturing industry, representing the majority of factory workers and an expanding cohort of en…
Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?
For the poorest households in Asia, even small loans can lead to expensive debt traps.…
China's AI Revolution Transforms Asian Entertainment Landscape
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how entertainment content is created, distributed, and consumed across Asia, with China emerging as a central inn…
India's Heritage Artifacts in Global Auction Markets
India's cultural treasures command significant presence in international auction houses, reflecting both the nation's rich artistic heritage and compl…
Laos Navigates Great Power Competition as Trade Tensions Mount
Laos occupies a critical position in the evolving dynamics between China and the United States, serving as a crossroads for competing economic and strategic interests across Southeast Asia. The landlocked nation's geogra…





