Private Sector Reforms Can Secure Papua New Guinea's Growth
For the benefits of recent economic growth to become more widely distributed, Papua New Guinea needs further reforms to promote the development of its private sector.
Public Sector Support for Private Sector Development – A Sri Lankan Case Study
Sri Lanka is an excellent example of how it makes good economic sense for the public sector to drive private sector development in Asia and the Pacific.
Quality Development Projects, Guaranteed
Guarantees are one of government’s most powerful financing tools for mobilizing private sector participation in development projects.
Renminbi Stepping in Right Direction Toward Internationalization
Risky Business: Separating the Criminals from the Job Creators
Criminals must be prevented from using the financial system but misdirected efforts to stop crime can harm small businesses and the jobs they create
Should the Eurozone Crisis Dissuade Asia from Integrating?
Asia should not be dissuaded by the European challenges. Yet, Asia should not rush to integrate either.
Spurring Development of Viet Nam’s Corporate Bond Market
Reforms that drive the demand for credit ratings will support the development of the corporate bond market.
Supply Chain Finance – Good for Banks and SMEs
The buyer-centric approach is making waves as a viable way for banks to facilitate more access to credit for SMEs in Asia and the Pacific.
The Bottom Line and the Bottom of the Pyramid
With over 2 billion consumers spread across developing Asia, the opportunities are limitless for financial institutions to develop innovative solutions that can serve this underserved market.
The Future of Financial Markets – A Changing View of Asia
Discussions this week in Frankfurt won’t solve the problems of Asia’s financing gaps, but they can go a long way toward making sure that available funds are used more productively, inclusively, and sustainably.