Asia
Asian bank does not herald Western rejection
Competition is likely between the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and other international development funds
AsiaProspects for global bond markets in 2015
The rates decline that started with the 2008 crisis has not been reversed in 2014; rises are possible in 2015
InternationalBilateral ties show greatest gains at APEC
The just-concluded APEC leaders' meeting in Beijing saw announcements with far-reaching consequences
AsiaAsian bank will not revolutionise economic cooperation
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will provide development funding, but private investment is still required
AsiaProspects for US Asia policy in 2015
Congress may push more aggressive policy on security in Asia in 2015
AsiaIS security threat will dominate East Asia Summit
The East Asia Summit will seek economic progress while grappling with maritime disputes and terrorist security threats
ASEANHumanitarian relief will be key Asian military role
Humanitarian relief is becoming a key competitive area for South-east Asian diplomacy and militaries
AsiaAsian bank idea signals limits to Western capacity
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank idea underscores the limits of Western ability to support Asian development
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