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Manu Bhaskaran
Asean
Myanmar is burning, posing a challenge for Asean
The Myanmar crisis leaves no winners, only losers
February 01, 2024
Global Economy
A new investment cycle could produce upside to regional growth
If all goes well, a new investment cycle will raise the share of investment in the economy
January 04, 2024
Global Economy
A rough year ahead but don't forget the silver linings
The region is in a position to meet those challenges
December 20, 2023
Singapore economy
Singapore in 2024: Stepping into uncharted waters
Next year will probably be one that will put Singapore to the test
December 07, 2023
Geopolitics
We can look forward to a recovery in Asian trade
Despite a string of misfortunes on the global scene, Asian economies have held up reasonably well
November 09, 2023
Geopolitics
What is the Impact of a Middle East conflict on our region?
The key channel of economic impact will be through energy prices; the greater danger is political
October 11, 2023
Geopolitics
Look out for policy shifts in Asia
After almost two years of intense focus on the US Fed, the focus is likely to turn back to what domestic policy making
September 27, 2023
Geopolitics
Our region learns to cope with big power contention
An acrimonious relationship between the US and China is not helpful to our region
September 13, 2023
Geopolitics
America still the key driver for Asian economies
With all its flaws, the US is still an extraordinarily dynamic, innovative economy capable of flexibly adjusting to big changes
August 29, 2023
Singapore economy
As it turns 58, can Singapore rise to its challenges?
Singapore celebrates its National Day basically in good shape but somewhat bruised by several mishaps: Manu Bhaskaran.
August 03, 2023