East Asia
Economic 'escape velocity' hinges on Japan's consumers
Despite downward revisions, the latest GDP data contain many bright spots, but Japan has a history of 'false starts'
JapanChina's inflation will stay subdued despite rebound
Consumer prices rebounded in February, mainly because of seasonal factors
ChinaChina trade trends may trigger policy response
Trade data will have implications for domestic economic policy and trade diplomacy too
ChinaJapan's slow recovery may gather pace
Although GDP growth has been slower to recover than initial data showed, there are still bright spots
JapanProspects for East Asia in the second quarter
The economic outlook is gloomier and international friction may rise again after a lull
East AsiaStrong dollar will threaten global gold market
Despite a surge in early January, gold will be challenged by the upcoming US monetary tightening
InternationalJapan's war apology will not convince neighbours
The Abe government has indicated that it will issue a statement of regret regarding Japan's role in the Second World War
East AsiaChina-South Korea FTA sidesteps key sensitivities
The Beijing-Seoul trade pact announced this month may not be quite the achievement it seems
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