Asia Pacific
India’s semiconductor industry faces tough challenges
The country aims to establish a lead in semiconductors by capitalising on US-Chinese geopolitical rivalry
IndiaSlow export growth poses economic risks for Seoul
Recent South Korean economic data suggest the country faces some headwinds
South KoreaProspects for India in 2025
The spotlight continues to shine on alliance politics and the drive to sustain robust economic growth
IndiaFinancing may hinder COP16 goals globally
The COP16 biodiversity summit saw progress in numerous areas, but related financial commitments fall short
InternationalProspects for East Asia (ex-China) in 2025
Japan and South Korea will remain encumbered by weak governments while North Korea faces its own challenges
East AsiaUranium supply will not meet demand
Uranium demand is at its highest in more than a decade and data centres are set to add to this
InternationalResource diplomacy brings Afghanistan closer to China
Beijing is ready to give the emirate tariff-free access to Chinese markets
AfghanistanChina’s pension-age reform misses long-term challenges
The government’s plans to raise the retirement age have triggered widespread discontent but not protests
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