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Trade war wins and losses for Asean
Asia focus, Suwatchai Songwanich, Published on 08/07/2019
» The meeting between the Chinese and US presidents during the recent G20 summit in Japan helped ease some of the tensions behind the ongoing trade war and rekindled hopes that the dispute could be brought to an end. It will take some time for a long-term solution to be found, and so in the meantime all parties need to make adjustments.
Out of work
Asia focus, Published on 30/03/2020
» The economic crisis triggered by continuing coronavirus pandemic could cause 24.7 million job losses worldwide, resulting in the total income losses of nearly US$3.45 billion, according to the International Labour Organization.
Meeting the challenges
Asia focus, Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata, Published on 29/10/2018
» Countries in East Asia-Pacific have been advised to better prepare themselves for disasters following the earthquakes in Indonesia last month.
Yangon gets smarter
Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 20/05/2019
» Yangon is introducing smart meters to control the electricity supply, monitor usage and bill customers in a single automated system. If a pilot project is successful, the potential for further development could be huge, says the entrepreneur spearheading the technology.
Blue skies: mapping Thailand's EV transition
Asia focus, Yuji Nagano, Published on 11/10/2021
» 'Unhealthy" is a common term used to describe the glittering capital city of Thailand. In 2019, Bangkok recorded extra high levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) above what the World Health Organization considers acceptable, causing over 9,000 deaths and 112 billion baht in economic losses from sick leave, healthcare and medical issues.
Women's work
Asia focus, Mao Theany and Meng Sokhouy, Published on 15/10/2018
» More women than ever before are becoming entrepreneurs, and many are achieving success in the vibrant business climate of Southeast Asia.
RCEP causing rifts in India
Asia focus, Narendra Kaushik, Published on 28/10/2019
» As talks for the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) enter their final stages, opposition to the 16-country Asian trade pact is growing among the Hindu nationalist groups that the government counts on for support.
Tackling the hunger challenge
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/07/2020
» The economic and health impacts of the extended Covid-19 outbreak are most worrisome for communities in countries across Asia. Lockdowns and economic recession are expected to lead to a major loss of income among the working poor and low-income families.
Climate urgency increasing
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/12/2019
» While the latest UN Climate Change Conference was taking place in Madrid, smog returned to Bangkok last week with PM2.5 dust exceeding safe levels in some areas. Face masks were back in fashion, while children, pregnant women and the elderly were advised to avoid outdoor activities.
Climate needs urgent actions now
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/06/2022
» Cities around the world are no strangers to riverine flooding. In December 2021, the four main rivers running through Kuala Lumpur hit dangerous levels, causing nearby rail lines to shut down and halting mobility across the city. In March this year, storms prompted flood warnings along Australia's east coast, including in Sydney. Thousands of residents had to flee their homes.