Politics
China debt worries grow in Sri Lanka as ex-president regains clout
After victory in local elections, Rajapaksa calls for new national vote
Economy
Japan promotes energy-saving devices in Bangladesh
Efficient gear to offset rising fossil fuel use and preserve competitiveness
Politics
China's shadow looms large in Sri Lanka local election
Former leader Rajapaksa attempts comeback as corruption probes falter
Economy
Pakistan's prime minister brushes off Chinese 'debt trap' worries
Leader says country will benefit greatly from Belt & Road infrastructure projects
Economy
Pakistan keeps terrorists on the run and the economy on a roll
Sweeping security push helps improve growth and business sentiment
Interview
Pakistan PM brushes off worries about Chinese 'debt trap'
Abbasi stresses broad economic benefits of joint infrastructure projects
Economy
Russia seeks gas buyers in South Asia as sanctions bite
Plans include a pipeline in Pakistan and joint development with India
Economy
Nearly one billion Asians in vulnerable jobs, says ILO
High growth, low unemployment mask precarious work conditions for many
Economy
Pakistan keeps terrorists on the run and economy on a roll
Businesses' focus shifts from bombs and kidnappings to taxes and policy
Economy
Private equity comes to Bhutan
Local companies in need of capital to expand in fast-growing economy
Economy
Brahma Chellaney: Water shortages pose a threat to Asia's peace and stability
Soaring demand and climate change are exacerbating a fraught situation
International relations
Russia seeks new gas markets in South Asia as sanctions bite
Moscow agrees pipeline deal with Pakistan and develops fields with India
Looking ahead 2018
QE unwinding is more dangerous than it appears
Asia's emerging markets remain dependent on central bank liquidity
Economy
China has India surrounded in their new Great Game
One after another, Beijing is pulling South Asian governments into its orbit
Economy
China-Maldives trade pact catches India off guard
Deal rushed through island nation's legislature under cover of darkness
The Big Story
Asia braces for the end of easy money
Higher foreign exchange reserves should help avoid a 'taper tantrum' but other risks remain
Opinion
India reaches out to Asia's heartlands
Iranian port project could herald start of a challenge to China's expanding geostrategic links
Economy
The case for getting rid of high-denomination bank notes
Softer cashless route would hinder criminals, crack interest rate constraints
Economy
Sri Lanka's bond inquiry scandal leaves top leaders shaken
External debts some calling as country's reputation takes a hit
Economy
ADB to issue first 'gender bond' at $90m
Japan's Dai-ichi Life invests in women's empowerment products
Economy
Sri Lanka government shakes as bond scandal inquiry ends
Economic prospects damaged as Colombo struggles to repay foreign debt
Economy
Bangladesh liberalizes outward investment at last
After decades trapped at home, companies are eager to expand abroad
Economy
Bangladeshi companies rush overseas as Dhaka relaxes rules
Central bank expected to finalize liberalized outward investment policy soon
Economy
Sri Lankan hub dealings pit China against India
New Delhi jostles for airport control after Beijing gains stake in nearby port
Economy
Asia's top economies lose ground on gender equality
India, Japan, China among those to slip in latest World Economic Forum ranking