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International relations

ADB facing pressure to change

Unmet infrastructure needs revealing cracks in the system

9 May 2017
Vietnam is logging rapid economic growth, backed by cheap wages and a highly educated workforce.
Economy

Southeast Asian economic growth regaining speed

Philippines, Vietnam seen driving 5% surge

8 May 2017
Workers at a garment factory in Hung Yen province, outside Hanoi
Economy

Job insecurity rises in ASEAN despite economic recovery

Survey finds GDP growth failing to boost labour markets

8 May 2017
Representatives at the ADB'S 50th annual meeting discussed the challenges facing Asia as the region pursues prosperity. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)
Economy

ADB meeting finds the 'Asian century' so close, yet so far

Infrastructure and banking reforms key to easing poverty, participants say

8 May 2017
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations has half a century under its belt.
Economy

ASEAN summit underscores dearth of leadership

Not-so-golden anniversary sees members treat China with kid gloves

6 May 2017
Workers toil under a banner urging safety at a Japanese factory in Dalian, China.
Economy

China no longer has time for Japanese craftsmanship

Number of new positions for Japanese expats falls by 30% in March

5 May 2017
ADB President Takehiko Nakao, right, and AIIB President Jin Liqun sign a memorandum of understanding in May 2016.
Economy

The case for a truly international Asian infrastructure summit

The region's $26 trillion challenge transcends borders and geopolitics

5 May 2017
A street is blocked in Dong Tam, on the outskirts of Hanoi, during an April 20 protest over land expropriation.
Economy

Vietnam village showdown may mark watershed in land conflicts

Peaceful resolution offers hope party to hear out farmers' demands for justice

5 May 2017
Japan's chief TPP negotiator, Keiichi Katakami, pushed to preserve the pact's current terms in Toronto Tuesday and Wednesday.
Economy

TPP members agree to go on minus US, but differ on terms

Countries may seek better deal now that American market opening is gone

5 May 2017
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Economy

Vietnam can leverage the ADB and AIIB to its advantage

Deputy transport minister hopes for 'positive competition' between two lenders

4 May 2017
A construction site at the Thilawa special economic zone near Yangon, Myanmar. (Photo by Keiichiro Asahara)
Economy

ADB guides Vietnam, Cambodia to greater growth

Lender-funded tech, training programs inspire confidence

4 May 2017
A construction site at the Thilawa special economic zone near Yangon, Myanmar. (Photo by Keiichiro Asahara)
Economy

ADB guides Vietnam, Cambodia to greater growth

Lender-funded tech, training programs inspire confidence

4 May 2017
ADB President Takehiko Nakao, right, and AIIB President Jin Liqun sign a memorandum of understanding in May 2016.
Economy

The case for a truly international Asian infrastructure summit

The region's $26 trillion challenge transcends borders and geopolitics

4 May 2017
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Economy

Vietnam can leverage the ADB and AIIB to its advantage

Deputy transport minister hopes for 'positive competition' between two lenders

4 May 2017
Asian Development Bank headquarters in Manila: The lender forecasts Asia will need $1.7 trillion per year in infrastructure improvements from 2016 to 2030.
Economy

The ADB faces up to new challenges

As the multilateral lender marks 50 years, its skills are more vital than ever

4 May 2017
Takehiko Nakao
Economy

ADB chief sees 'even bigger role' for multilateral lenders

Besides funding infrastructure, tackling climate change is on the agenda

4 May 2017
Construction line of an elevated train in Bangkok
Economy

ADB to launch infrastructure project referee program

Bank will mediate conflicts between public, private sectors

3 May 2017
Asian Development Bank headquarters in Manila: The lender forecasts Asia will need $1.7 trillion per year in infrastructure improvements from 2016 to 2030.
Economy

The ADB faces up to new challenges

As the multilateral lender marks 50 years, its skills are more vital than ever

3 May 2017
Takehiko Nakao
Economy

ADB chief sees 'even bigger role' for multilateral lenders

Besides funding infrastructure, tackling climate change is on the agenda

3 May 2017
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Economy

Talks kick off on 'TPP 11' pact minus US

New top dog Japan aims to keep deal's terms intact

3 May 2017
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3 May 2017
The first Aeon mall in Cambodia can be seen in Phnom Penh (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
Business

Aeon plans wave of store openings in emerging Asia

Retailer expects big branding benefits from small shops in Cambodia, Vietnam

1 May 2017
The strongest growth in business travel is expected from the Asia-Pacific region, with China leading.
Economy

Asia-Pacific leads global business travel

China tops Asia chart, followed by Myanmar

27 April 2017