Asia Pacific
Banking reform in China: Too little, too late?
China’s economic expansion requires a responsive and responsible banking system to keep money flowing. This means financial reform in how China does business or else face severe financial implications having
China and the AIIB on the Belt and Road: Power sans control
The multilateral development bank remains a key instrument of China’s foreign and development policy, even with its emancipation.
Shadow banking in China: the potential for financial domino effect
Limits in acquiring capital push Chinese firms to rely on shadow banking, in turn finding a large and willing customer base, risking China’s stability.
New Indonesian counter-terrorism measures deserve scrutiny
New counter-terrorism measures in Indonesia may lead to broader risks as the radical Islamist threat expands in the region.
From wannabes to warriors: the Maute group were underestimated
The Maute group have grown into a sophisticated transnational network of militants, posing a serious security threat for the Philippines and broader region.
Uncertain times, uncertain ties: Washington courts Vietnam amid regional tensions
Last week, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc of Vietnam travelled to Washington for a four-day summit, which is expected to further cement partnership.
Three domestic challenges of China’s One Belt, One Road initiative
China’s One Belt, One Road policy is a major policy plan but the Chinese government must not neglect domestic challenges that could undermine its efforts.
China’s debt situation: The next possible financial crisis?
China’s debt situation is not only growing in size, but also at a rate that economists and policy analysts feel is difficult to sustain.
Under the Radar: How WannaCry boosts China’s social credit system
WannaCry’s laid bare China’s addiction to pirated software and motivates Beijing to use its social credit system to penalize citizens using fake goods.
What China’s Aircraft Carrier Means for its Naval Defence Capabilities
On April 26 at the Dalian Shipyard, the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) launched its first domestically built aircraft carrier.
