A New Era of Clean Energy Cooperation Along the Old Silk Road
The historic spirit of cross-border trade in Central Asia is being revived in the energy sector.
Central Asian Countries are Moving Forward Together to Beat COVID-19
A forward-looking, regional approach is needed for countries in Central Asia to respond to the pandemic and prepare for future public health threats.
COVID-19 Highlights Asian Banks’ Vulnerability to U.S. Dollar Debt
The pandemic provides an opportunity for regional financial cooperation on reforms to make Asian banks more resilient to crises.
Let’s Support the Supply Lines that Keep Health Workers Safe from COVID-19
The production processes and supply chains that feed into the production of masks, gloves and other personal protective equipment must be secured.
Pandemic Highlights the Need to Manage Asia’s Debt Problem
Bank-held nonperforming loans in some Asian economies have risen in recent years. Policy makers should address this growing risk now.
Asia and the Pacific Can Overcome COVID-19 By Working Together
The Asia Pacific region is standing together to cooperate regionally to address the transnational threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
Money Rules
A rules-based approach to monetary policy needs to be part of any discussion involving central bank policy.
Think Services, Not Only Manufacturing
To offset the declining benefits of manufacturing, governments must increase the productivity of the services sector. This will boost growth and offer employment opportunities.
How to Strengthen Asia’s Financial Safety Net
Past financial crises have demonstrated how adequate financial safety net arrangements—globally, regionally, and nationally—are vital to safeguarding financial stability.