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Are the “Asian Tigers” hamstrung by hidden flaws?
Despite years of high economic growth, Asia faces serious challenges, which will push many key Asian nations towards instability.
Automation will make countries with a youth bulge more volatile
Automation is on track to disrupt the status quo everywhere, but nations with a youth bulge will be more affected than others.
Labor shortage in the United States becoming an increasingly dire issue
Currently, the United States is facing a severe skilled and unskilled worker shortage that has long and short-term economic implications.
The economic implications of cyberattacks
To counter cyberattacks, governments and corporations need to maintain updated technology and improve information sharing of technical vulnerabilities.
Indonesian and Malaysian palm oil at a crossroads
Europe’s war against palm oil and overall western pressure risks pushing Indonesia and Malaysia closer to less regulated markets.
The Week Ahead
UN Secretary General attempts to reanimate peace talks. Kurdish referendum plans in limbo. Venezuela begins drafting a new constitution amid sanctions. German general election heats up. All in The Week
Special Report: Property rights, corruption and infrastructure in Russia and Kazakhstan
Ownerless assets – roads in particular – are a prism through which development problems in Russia and Kazakhstan, and the attendant risks, become evident.
The Week Ahead
India to host Nepalese Prime Minister as tensions continue over Doklam. UK releases more Brexit position papers. Jackson Hole Summit. All in The Week Ahead.
The Cambodia 2018 election: Issues and implications
With the general election less than one year away, Cambodia is set for a rocky twelve months, defined by intense politicking and political unrest.
The Energy Briefing: Implications of Iran gas deal with France’s Total
Iran has concluded a $5.9 billion deal with a consortium led by French Total, a victory for Hassan Rouhani’s administration and even prospective investors.
