Five Steps for Countries to Become Innovation Leaders
The right policies can bring a new golden age of innovation for developing countries in Asia.
What’s Next for Supply Chains Scrambled by the Pandemic?
The pandemic has highlighted the shortcomings of the globalized supply chain model.
Rebooting the Economy During COVID-19
Governments in Asia and the Pacific must think about two things when restarting their economies: when to do it and how.
It’s Time for Central Asia to Do Whatever It Takes to Minimize the Pandemic’s Economic Impact
Bold action is required by policymakers and central bankers to keep the region’s economies afloat and contain the pandemic.
A COVID-19 Contagion for the World’s Stock Markets
These charts illustrate how Asian and global stock markets reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic, with market reaction closely following local outbreaks and then moving in unison with global markets amid other shocks.
We Need to Act Swiftly to Avoid Further Economic Damage from COVID-19
With timely and well-targeted programs, policy makers can prevent the health crisis from deepening into a wider economic and financial crisis. This could sow the seeds of economic recovery.
Three Ways to Support Businesses and Their Workers During a Pandemic
Many workers will be displaced and many businesses will close as a result of the slowdown caused by COVID-19. Providing support to those affected gives them a fighting chance.
How Can Asia Avoid Fallout if COVID-19 Triggers a Debt Crunch?
Asia’s economies have generally maintained sound macroeconomic policies that can help the region withstand this latest challenge and emerge even stronger.
The Right Policies Can Help Manage Foreign Debt in Asia
A high level of external debt is linked with decreased economic growth but there are policy options that can help economies keep growing.
Why are Interest Rates Falling in Southeast Asia?
Southeast Asian economies are starting to feel the pinch of trade tensions, recession fears and other global trends.