Global economic growth is expected to remain robust, but emerging economies are becoming more vulnerable to financial risks, the OECD warns in its latest outlook.
Economy

Heavy debt raises interest-rate risk for emerging economies

Monetary tightening may raise prospect of funding shocks, OECD warns

28 November 2017
People look at second-hand mobile phones and accesories sold near the Jatinegara market in Jakarta, Indonesia July 4, 2017.
Economy

Indonesia's mobile payments industry to enter defining year

Competition, technology and regulations bring boost to mobile payments

28 November 2017
People waiting to register for the government's tax amnesty program at a tax office in Jakarta on Sept. 30, 2016.
Economy

Indonesia launches sequel to tax amnesty

Lower penalty for voluntary disclosure amid looming revenue shortfall

27 November 2017
Foreign tourists take pictures as Mount Agung erupts at Besakih Temple in Bali, Indonesia, on Nov. 26.
Economy

Bali volcano eruption raises fears for Indonesia tourism

Airport closes, 100,000 told to leave as hot clouds and lava threaten

27 November 2017
The Doha skyline
Economy

Qatar looks to build Asia ties as Gulf isolation drags on

World's top LNG producer wants to import more food and sell more gas

25 November 2017
A screen at the Indonesia Stock Exchange in Jakarta shows the decline in PP Presisi's stock price during its trading debut on Nov. 24. (Photo by Wataru Suzuki)
Economy

Soured IPO spells trouble for Indonesia's infrastructure drive

Weak investor appetite for state contractor casts doubt over $37bn funding gap

24 November 2017
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, left, and ASEAN Secretary General Le Luong Minh shake hands after signing the migrant worker deal in Manila on Nov. 14. (Photo by Simon Roughneen)
Economy

ASEAN migrant worker deal gets cautious welcome

Critics cite limitations, such as ability of nations to opt out of key provisions

24 November 2017
APEC leaders pose for a group photo in Danang, Vietnam, on Nov. 11.
Economy

Trump's tour of Asia shows just how powerful Xi has become

'America first' takes second place to trade deals being crafted by China

23 November 2017
The Thai economy is accelerating, thanks to robust exports.
Economy

Southeast Asia keeps growth up for another quarter

Exports keep region's six big economies looking good, but tailwinds are weakening

23 November 2017
Traffic crawls next to a construction site for a commuter line in Jakarta. (Antara Foto)
Economy

Indonesia lives dangerously with a $355bn infrastructure drive

State companies are racking up debt to keep projects going

23 November 2017
President Joko Widodo, left, met with Prime Minister Najib Razak in Kuching on Tuesday to discuss warming relations between Indonesia and Malaysia.
Economy

Malaysia and Indonesia mull free trade zone in Borneo at annual summit

Joint actions on palm oil exports to EU, mutual recognition of halal certificates

22 November 2017
The Thai economy is accelerating, thanks to robust exports.
Economy

Strong exports spur third-quarter growth in Southeast Asia

Farm products, smartphone shipments fuel expansion

21 November 2017
Traffic crawls next to a construction site for a commuter line in Jakarta. (Antara Foto)
Asia Insight

Indonesia lives dangerously with $355bn infrastructure drive

State enterprises are racking up debt to keep projects going

21 November 2017
A student holds a placard during a Jakarta protest in April against Freeport-McMoRan's gold and copper mine.
Economy

Policy confusion hobbles Indonesian mining

Government must provide greater certainty to achieve full economic gains

21 November 2017
Resi Fahma sells homemade blackboards on Indonesian online marketplaces. (Courtesy of Resi Fahma)
Technology

Business cries foul over plans for Indonesia e-commerce tax

Plan to spare social media from proposed levy 'will hit online marketplaces'

19 November 2017
China has created concrete landscapes on reclaimed islands in the South China Sea that were previously little more than reefs and sand bars. REUTERS/Erik De Castro
International relations

China, ASEAN still far from South China Sea code of conduct

Leaders endorse framework after 17 years, but the 'legally binding' question remains

17 November 2017
Singapore has announced a complete embargo on trade with North Korea as Southeast Asia steps up pressure on Kim Jong Un's government over Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programs.
Politics

Singapore's ban on North Korea trade highlights tougher line

Southeast Asia hardens its stance toward Pyongyang over nuclear development

16 November 2017
Japan's Minister of Economic Revitalization Toshimitsu Motegi, right, and Vietnam's Industry and Trade Minister Tran Tuan Anh shake hands after a news conference at the TPP Ministerial Meeting in Da Nang, Vietnam on Nov. 11.
Economy

The TPP 11 rekindle multilateral trade hopes as Trump looks on

Broad agreement on US-less trade pact could set the tone for other deals

16 November 2017
Leaders attend the APEC-ASEAN dialogue, on the sidelines of the APEC summit, in Danang, Vietnam on Nov. 10.
Economy

The TPP aims to be a template for 21st-century trade deals

Agreement's 11 signatories hope to counter growing protectionist moves

16 November 2017
Adaro Energy President Director and CEO Garibaldi Thohir
Economy

Indonesia's Adaro Energy embraces 'self-disruption'

Coal miner is taking chances on new ventures even as its core business thrives

16 November 2017
Fast Retailing Chairman and CEO Tadashi Yanai
Economy

Uniqlo aims for just local enough

Tadashi Yanai aims for a global clothing brand that can satisfy diverse markets

16 November 2017
Work is underway on a 5.58km elevated highway in Caloocan City, Metro Manila.
Economy

Lift taxes for Southeast Asian infrastructure push: OECD

Free trade agreements also key to boosting growth, annual outlook says

15 November 2017
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping make joint statements at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Nov. 9.
Economy

Xi Jinping bests Trump in Asia-Pacific diplomacy

US push for bilateral trade deals could make or break its regional influence

15 November 2017
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte chairs a meeting on the RCEP trade deal in Manila on Nov. 14.
Economy

After delay, RCEP leaders resolve to wrap up pact in 2018

Duterte stresses Asia-Pacific framework is not just another trade deal

14 November 2017
Leaders at the ASEAN+3 meeting make a show of unity in Manila on Nov. 14.
Economy

ASEAN+3 pledges to fight deglobalization, protectionism

Leaders vow to work together in face of' 'inward-looking' politics

14 November 2017