The social media app’s survival in the U.S. will hinge on its ability to secure legal wins, build political alliances, or adapt structurally to evolving demands.

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28.11.2024

India-Kazakhstan Cooperation in Critical Minerals Signals a Shifting Regional Approach – The Diplomat

There seems to be a sense gripping New Delhi that its previous assumptions about Central Asia no longer remain valid.

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28.11.2024

Listening to China’s Economic Whisperers – The Diplomat

The voices shaping economic strategy extend beyond the Communist Party’s inner circle to include a select “brain trust” of prominent economists.

The Diplomat Economy

27.11.2024

North Korea’s Struggles to Deliver on Its Plans – The Diplomat

The yawning gap between Pyongyang’s pledges and reality.

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26.11.2024

Why Sri Lanka Must Rethink its Engagement with Adani Group – The Diplomat

For the new government, acting upon deals with Adani is more than a legal or economic issue. It is a test of its commitment to fighting corruption.

The Diplomat Economy

26.11.2024

Ukraine-Related Sanctions: Lessons for a Taiwan Conflict Scenario – The Diplomat

Insights from Agathe Demarais.

The Diplomat Economy

23.11.2024

The Democratic Party’s Electoral Rout Stemmed From Its China Strategy – The Diplomat

The Biden administration’s electoral defeat stemmed from economic failures, primarily caused by prioritizing strategic competition with China.

The Diplomat Economy

22.11.2024

Central Asia Investing in Itself – The Diplomat

Foreign investment has long been a focus for Central Asia, but regional countries are now increasingly investing within the region itself.

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22.11.2024

With Start of Trilateral Hydropower Trade, South Asia Begins Historic Cooperation – The Diplomat

Regional cooperation received a boost with the inauguration of a project that will see Nepali hydropower supplied to Bangladesh via the Indian power grid.

The Diplomat Economy

21.11.2024

Is China Ready for the Trump Trade War 2.0? – The Diplomat

If China is able to seize the opportunity to revitalize its domestic economy and invigorate the multilateral system, Trump’s trade war 2.0 could end up a strategic gift to Beijing.

The Diplomat Economy

20.11.2024

Australia Holds the Key to a Fair Deal for Timor-Leste – The Diplomat

Timor-Leste doesn’t have much, but it does have vast reserves of gas. Should it be able to be extracted in the name of climate justice?

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20.11.2024

Indonesia’s PLN and the Clean Energy Conundrum – The Diplomat

The state-owned utility has allowed private companies to expand the country’s generating capacity, but it may take a different approach with solar.

The Diplomat Economy

20.11.2024

Thailand to Begin Phase 2 of ‘Digital Wallet’ Stimulus in January – The Diplomat

The Pheu Thai government has also promised to introduce debt relief measures and additional stimulus programs in a bid to kick start the economy.

The Diplomat Economy

19.11.2024

The IMF Sends Laos a Reality Check Over Its Finances – The Diplomat

The country’s public debt is unsustainable, while inflation sits at 25 percent and the kip continues its freefall.

The Diplomat Economy

19.11.2024

Can Trump’s Tariffs Slow Down China’s Push to Lead High-tech Supply Chains? – The Diplomat

With the incoming president’s renewed threats of massive tariffs on China, it’s worth revisiting whether such policies actually achieve the desired result.

The Diplomat Economy

18.11.2024

Microfinance Mouthpiece 60 Decibels Drops Case for Defense of Cambodia – The Diplomat

The microfinance industry’s own boosters are struggling to put a positive spin on the country’s debt crisis.

The Diplomat Economy

17.11.2024

Is Xi Jinping Undermining China’s Path to Tech Superiority? – The Diplomat

Once a vibrant hub for entrepreneurial activity, China’s startup scene is now facing significant challenges as venture capital funding drops.

The Diplomat Economy

17.11.2024

Japan’s 2 Trillion Yen AI Stimulus – The Diplomat

Tokyo is poised to roll out a long-awaited stimulus package that will enable Japanese firms to gain global share in the fields of semiconductors and artificial intelligence.

The Diplomat Economy

16.11.2024

Is Thailand’s Power Grid a Gas Guzzler? – The Diplomat

The country’s recent LNG splurge has strained the national budget.

The Diplomat Economy

15.11.2024

What’s in Malaysia’s 2025 Budget? – The Diplomat

The country continues to make attempts to reduce its heavy reliance on petroleum-related revenues.

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14.11.2024

Thailand Announces New Holidays in Bid to Stoke Tourism Growth – The Diplomat

The country is already on track for a full recovery from the downturn that accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic.

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12.11.2024

Thai Economists Warn of Political Interference in Central Bank Selection – The Diplomat

The government has nominated Finance Minister Kittirat Na Ranong, a loyalist of the ruling Pheu Thai party, as the next chairman of the Bank of Thailand.

The Diplomat Economy

10.11.2024

Why Has High Speed Rail Failed in Kazakhstan? – The Diplomat

Kazakhstan once harbored grand plans for a high-speed rail network. While its neighbors have pushed ahead with such projects, why has HSR fallen out of favor in Astana?

The Diplomat Economy

10.11.2024

‘America First’ and Threading the Needle on Tech Sovereignty – The Diplomat

A disproportionately hardline policy from the incoming Trump administration could ultimately see a more isolated U.S. lose the tech war, and a great deal more.

The Diplomat Economy

09.11.2024

China Unveils $1.7 Trillion Package to Address Mounting Local Debt Woes – The Diplomat

Despite comprehensive plans, market skepticism persists amid limited consumer stimulus and lingering long-term fiscal challenges.

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09.11.2024

Debunking the Myth of Malaysia’s Economic Overdependence on China – The Diplomat

Some observers claim that the country has become too reliant on China for its own good – but the data says otherwise.

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09.11.2024

The Financial Struggles at Indonesian Textile Giant Sritex, Explained – The Diplomat

The garment manufacturer is struggling with a heavy debt burden, a slump in demand, and a flood of inexpensive imports.

The Diplomat Economy

08.11.2024

Trump Victory Could Spark a Rethink for New Zealand at APEC in Peru – The Diplomat

For New Zealand, Trump’s overwhelming win in the U.S. election might spark a rethink of its policy of aligning more closely with Washington.

The Diplomat Economy

08.11.2024

Kyrgyzstan’s Vape Ban: Clean Lungs or Dirty Lobbying? – The Diplomat

Banning domestic vape sales while preserving manufacturing for export may simply serve to expand the shadow market and line the pockets of customs officials.

The Diplomat Economy

07.11.2024

Chinese Investment in Kazakhstan Deepens With $2.5 Billion in New Deals – The Diplomat

Although branded as commercial deals, most of the agreements involve a steel and mining company recently acquired and renamed by a state-owned private equity firm in the wake of a tragic mining accident.

The Diplomat Economy

07.11.2024

Growth in Southeast Asia’s Digital Economy Slows Slightly in 2024 – The Diplomat

The region’s online economy is beginning to show signs of maturity, as firms attempt to pivot from growth to profitability.

The Diplomat Economy

05.11.2024

How Will the US Election Affect Southeast Asia’s Economies? – The Diplomat

Whoever prevails on November 5, the region is bound to face a more complex and challenging economic environment.

The Diplomat Economy

05.11.2024

Indonesia Bars Sale of Google Smartphones Over Local Content Rules – The Diplomat

The announcement comes not long after the government imposed similar restrictions on the sale of Apple’s latest iPhone model.

The Diplomat Economy

02.11.2024

Indonesia’s Constitutional Court Orders Changes to Contentious Jobs Law – The Diplomat

Labor unions say the wide-ranging legislation, passed in 2020, could undermine vital worker protections.

The Diplomat Economy

02.11.2024

Is Uzbekistan’s EAEU Membership Dead in the Water? – The Diplomat

Despite Moscow’s diplomatic overtures, Uzbekistan announced on October 17 that it will not be pursuing full membership in the Eurasian Economic Union.

The Diplomat Economy

02.11.2024

New Zealand’s Breakthrough Free Trade Deal With the Gulf – The Diplomat

After nearly two decades of talks, and numerous diplomatic twists and turns, the country has sealed an FTA with the Gulf Cooperation Council.

The Diplomat Economy

01.11.2024

Additional Kazakh and Uzbek Companies Hit With Russia-Related Sanctions – The Diplomat

Russia is increasingly reliant on transnational schemes to circumvent sanctions, which occasionally run through Central Asia.

The Diplomat Economy

31.10.2024

Talking ASEAN Supply Chains With Chris Catto-Smith – The Diplomat

A logistics specialist discusses economics, poverty and the nuts and bolts of climate change in Southeast Asia.

The Diplomat Economy

30.10.2024

The Philippines’ 2025 Budget, Explained – The Diplomat

The expanded budget confirms the Marcos administration’s commitment to financing scaled up public spending by borrowing and running deficits.

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Why Thailand Plans to Stretch the National Budget in 2025 – The Diplomat

Will the Trump Administration Save TikTok? What’s Next for the Platform – The Diplomat

India-Kazakhstan Cooperation in Critical Minerals Signals a Shifting Regional Approach – The Diplomat

Listening to China’s Economic Whisperers – The Diplomat

North Korea’s Struggles to Deliver on Its Plans – The Diplomat

Why Sri Lanka Must Rethink its Engagement with Adani Group – The Diplomat

Ukraine-Related Sanctions: Lessons for a Taiwan Conflict Scenario – The Diplomat

The Democratic Party’s Electoral Rout Stemmed From Its China Strategy – The Diplomat

Central Asia Investing in Itself – The Diplomat

With Start of Trilateral Hydropower Trade, South Asia Begins Historic Cooperation – The Diplomat

Is China Ready for the Trump Trade War 2.0? – The Diplomat

Australia Holds the Key to a Fair Deal for Timor-Leste – The Diplomat

Indonesia’s PLN and the Clean Energy Conundrum – The Diplomat

Thailand to Begin Phase 2 of ‘Digital Wallet’ Stimulus in January – The Diplomat

The IMF Sends Laos a Reality Check Over Its Finances – The Diplomat

Can Trump’s Tariffs Slow Down China’s Push to Lead High-tech Supply Chains? – The Diplomat

Microfinance Mouthpiece 60 Decibels Drops Case for Defense of Cambodia – The Diplomat

Is Xi Jinping Undermining China’s Path to Tech Superiority? – The Diplomat

Japan’s 2 Trillion Yen AI Stimulus – The Diplomat

Is Thailand’s Power Grid a Gas Guzzler? – The Diplomat

What’s in Malaysia’s 2025 Budget? – The Diplomat

Thailand Announces New Holidays in Bid to Stoke Tourism Growth – The Diplomat

Thai Economists Warn of Political Interference in Central Bank Selection – The Diplomat

Why Has High Speed Rail Failed in Kazakhstan? – The Diplomat

‘America First’ and Threading the Needle on Tech Sovereignty – The Diplomat

China Unveils $1.7 Trillion Package to Address Mounting Local Debt Woes – The Diplomat

Debunking the Myth of Malaysia’s Economic Overdependence on China – The Diplomat

The Financial Struggles at Indonesian Textile Giant Sritex, Explained – The Diplomat

Trump Victory Could Spark a Rethink for New Zealand at APEC in Peru – The Diplomat

Kyrgyzstan’s Vape Ban: Clean Lungs or Dirty Lobbying? – The Diplomat

Chinese Investment in Kazakhstan Deepens With $2.5 Billion in New Deals – The Diplomat

Growth in Southeast Asia’s Digital Economy Slows Slightly in 2024 – The Diplomat

How Will the US Election Affect Southeast Asia’s Economies? – The Diplomat

Indonesia Bars Sale of Google Smartphones Over Local Content Rules – The Diplomat

Indonesia’s Constitutional Court Orders Changes to Contentious Jobs Law – The Diplomat

Is Uzbekistan’s EAEU Membership Dead in the Water? – The Diplomat

New Zealand’s Breakthrough Free Trade Deal With the Gulf – The Diplomat

Additional Kazakh and Uzbek Companies Hit With Russia-Related Sanctions – The Diplomat

Talking ASEAN Supply Chains With Chris Catto-Smith – The Diplomat

The Philippines’ 2025 Budget, Explained – The Diplomat

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