Asia Pacific
Steel and sea issues dominate U.S.-China dialogue
The recent Strategic and Economic Dialogue (SED) highlighted the importance of steel production and the South China Sea in U.S.-China relations.
Under The Radar: Why China’s energy deregulation overshadows the Aramco IPO
Fighting pollution and overcapacity, China is deregulating its energy sector, opening up one of the country’s last unexploited markets.
Laos government cracks down on social media use
Attempts to crackdown of social media raised concerns over human rights violations and of potential negative impact on the country’s burgeoning economy
The U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue: An Interview with Professor Wu Xinbo
In the context of the recent U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue, GRI sat down with Professor Wu Xinbo, a renowned expert on U.S.-China relations.
Sino-US Tick Tack Toe
The recent Sino-US Strategic and Economic Dialogue highlighted the current state of relations between the two economic giants.
Ambiguity plagues the Shangri-La Dialogue
The South China Sea was prominent at the just-concluded U.S.-China dialogue. Ambiguity from both sides, however, will prolong tensions further.
Strategic implications of President Obama’s trip to Vietnam
President Obama’s Vietnam visit will increase economic and security cooperation.
Why the Mekong River is Asia’s next big investment locale
Japan’s $7 billion infrastructure investment deal is a move to expand markets and offset China’s growing economic influence in the Mekong River region.
Economic Outlook: Duterte Wins Filipino Presidency
Controversial Davao City mayor Rodrigo Duterte emerged victorious in the Philippines’ recent presidential elections. What should investors expect from the president-elect of one of Asia’s fastest growing economies?
Three imminent crises that could shape political risk in Thailand
Thailand’s political landscape looks increasingly uncertain. Three potential crises loom: Yingluck’s trial, the constitutional referendum, and Rama IX’s death.
