How can the changing trade landscape reshape global imbalances?
In the future, many Asian economies may not accumulate huge trade surpluses or foreign financial assets as quickly as now.
Globalization and the environment in India
Indian trade liberalization has not directly or substantially affected carbon dioxide emissions.
Opening up in the upper middle-income stage
The People’s Republic of China should learn from the experience of other countries as it continues to open up its economy.
How to address the lack of affordable housing in Asia
Let’s make housing finance accessible to middle- and low-income households that are part of the informal economy.
Fossil fuel subsidies – a harmful government expenditure
Removing fossil fuel subsidies in developing Asia is a win-win for the environment and public finances.
Fed interest rate hike: How hard will it hit Asia?
The Fed’s rate hike won’t have much impact in emerging Asia, at least in the short term.
The future of jobs and automation: What I learned from my teenage son
Adaptable, flexible job seekers who are always willing to learn more skills will be better equipped to embrace the future, including automation.
3 ways Asian economies can prepare for a financial market downturn
Asia’s financial markets are increasingly vulnerable to external shocks. Here are three steps to make its economies more resilient.
Seizing the opportunity to prolong Asia’s trade growth momentum
Asian policy makers must take proactive steps to turn a nascent upturn into a sustained boom. Missing the opportunity will have enormous costs.
The global financial crisis and middle-income countries
To withstand external shocks and sustain growth, middle-income countries need to get the basics right on manufacturing, currency management, and education.