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Good infrastructure pays for itself many times over
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 22/05/2017
» The multiplier effect generated from quality infrastructure investments could lift the economic growth potential of middle-income countries in Asia as they would lead to improved productivity and efficiency, says HSBC.
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Paying for progress
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 22/05/2017
» The last few decades have brought remarkable improvements across Asia in terms of transport networks, electricity generating capacity, telecommunications and access to clean water, among other essentials. Better quality infrastructure has improved people's lives and provided the impetus for a new wave of economic growth. But much more remains to be done.
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US confusion on Pyongyang
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/03/2017
» US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson recently wrapped up a five-day tour of East Asia, his first official visit to the region, but a sense of ambiguity and insecurity still lingers. Several contentious trade and security issues were on the discussion table, but dealing with belligerent North Korea still seems like a pill US foreign policymakers find hard to swallow.
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Seeds of innovation
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/02/2017
» Historically seen as the lifeblood of economic prosperity, agriculture is at a crossroads as soaring global demand for food exposes the limitations of traditional farming. However, advances in technology, production techniques and farming know-how are starting to bear fruit in the drive for food security.
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Clash of titans
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/02/2017
» Greater confrontations between China and a Donald Trump-led United States are possible, as flashpoints could potentially intensify the animosity between the two superpowers, says a China scholar.
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Asia's economic agenda
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/01/2017
» As the euphoria of New Year celebrations fades, it's time for a reality check as economies across Asia brace themselves for yet another year of macroeconomic and business challenges.
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Harmony with IoT
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/01/2017
» Better, stronger, lighter and faster are perennial characteristics when it comes to the demands of modern-day technology and communication consumers.
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Ringgit rout
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 16/01/2017
» A perfect storm is forming around the Malaysian ringgit, as its value remains at risk from a protracted economic slump aggravated by a domestic political scandal and the prospect of rising US interest rates.
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With trade weak, East Asia counts on consumption and investment
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 06/02/2017
» Despite the looming possibility of a trade war, economic growth is projected to improve in East Asian countries this year, propelled by two domestic engines of private consumption and public investment, economists say.
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Life without TPP
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 02/01/2017
» When Donald Trump enters the Oval Office in January, it is very likely that the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) will be among the first casualties in the new US Congress controlled by his Republican Party. Modern-day Republicans think free-trade agreements have hurt the US manufacturing sector and caused Americans to lose their jobs.
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