Economy

Myanmar bank notes. The country has introduced rules requiring businesses and individuals to exchange foreign currency for kyat.
Myanmar Crisis

Myanmar to exempt foreign companies from forced currency exchanges

Central bank briefs banking officials on loosening of rule that has created uncertainty

8 June 2022
Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. attends a news conference at his headquarters in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, on May 23: He should roll back his populist antics.
Opinion

Philippines' Marcos must not squander his family's second chance

Fully embracing good governance would be an important first step

7 June 2022
Solar panels in Thailand. The Southeast Asian country in 2021 shipped $1.07 billion worth of solar cells to the U.S.
Trade

U.S. waives tariffs on solar panels from Thailand, Vietnam

Malaysia and Cambodia also exempt for 24 months after being hit by probe

7 June 2022
After the military takeover in February 2021, foreigners who had invested in Myanmar's energy sector began fleeing the country, leaving severe power shortages in their wake.
Myanmar Crisis

Myanmar energy crisis deepens as power plant investors balk

Military's new minister signals a tougher approach toward businesses

5 June 2022
Tough COVID measures at home have accelerated the decline of Japan's presence in Southeast Asia.
Datawatch

Japan's economic clout wanes in Southeast Asia

China does 3 times more ASEAN trade, but Japan leads in accumulated investment

4 June 2022
Office workers go for lunch at the central business district in Singapore on April 26, the first day free of COVID-19 restrictions: employees need to make the return to the office worth it. 
Opinion

Employers must be flexible to ease return-to-office tug of war

A hybrid model can only work if employers and employees both have input

3 June 2022
A seller prepares freshly butchered chickens at the Kampung Baru wet market in Kuala Lumpur on May 31, the day before Malaysia stopped exports to protect its domestic supplies.
Economy

'Food nationalism' worries rise after India, Malaysia export bans

Policies stoke fears of further inflation, weaponization of supplies

3 June 2022
Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob speaks with Nikkei about the election outlook. (Photo by Kosuke Imamura) 
Interview

Malaysia's Ismail Sabri resists rush to election as inflation bites

PM wants to 'wait for right time' to call polls, eyes GST to ease fiscal strain

31 May 2022
The logo of Terra on a smartphone screen: The borderless nature of cryptocurrency markets is likely to challenge regulators.
Opinion

Regulators are slowly waking up to blockchain's unfulfilled promise

Revolutionary potential remains unrealized despite three boom and bust cycles

29 May 2022
Indonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo addresses Nikkei's Future of Asia conference on May 27. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)
The Future of Asia 2022

Indonesia's Jokowi urges quick rollout of China-backed trade bloc

At Nikkei forum, Hun Sen defends succession plan and denies China 'debt trap'

27 May 2022
Indonesian President Joko Widodo says that "Indonesia wants to make sure that the G-20 will serve as a catalyst for global economic recovery." (Photo by Suzu Takahashi)
The Future of Asia 2022

Indonesia's Jokowi aims to host successful G-20 despite Russia issue

President urges 'immediate' implementation of China-backed trade bloc

27 May 2022
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar touts the merits of the Quad at Nikkei's Future of Asia conference. (Photo by Tomoki Mera) 
The Future of Asia 2022

India foreign minister says groups like Quad are key

Jaishankar says nation's ties with China have deteriorated in last couple of years

27 May 2022
Laotian President Thongloun Sisoulith argues against the use of sanctions at Nikkei's Future of Asia forum on May 27. (Photo by Tomoki Mera) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Laos president: Sanctions, embargoes 'will not make world a better place'

Thongloun says his government will not take sides in today's conflicts

27 May 2022
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen addresses Nikkei's Future of Asia conference on May 27. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Cambodia's Hun Sen defends succession plan, denies China 'debt trap'

PM questions whether Biden's IPEF initiative will have 'same destiny' as TPP

27 May 2022
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addresses Nikkei's Future of Asia forum with a video message on May 27.
The Future of Asia 2022

Bangladesh needs preferential trade terms beyond 2026, PM says

Sheikh Hasina seeks smooth transition from 'least developed' to 'developing' status

27 May 2022
Malaysia's former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad shares his perspective on the Ukraine war at Nikkei's Future of Asia conference. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Malaysia's Mahathir on Ukraine: Small conflicts 'grow into world wars'

At age 96, former leader shares unique perspective on history -- and longevity

27 May 2022
Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd addresses Nikkei's Future of Asia conference on May 27. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Australia's Rudd: Don't 'lecture' Pacific islands on China

Former PM urges West to offer different, better development options

27 May 2022
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha says the U.S.-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework initiative is "solid proof of how important and relevant Asia is today." (Photo by Tomoki Mera) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Thailand's Prayuth: Open, rules-based Asia key to post-COVID growth

Singapore's Lee warns of arms race, Malaysia PM highlights supply risks at Nikkei forum

26 May 2022
Yi Xiaozhun, China's former vice minister of commerce, warns the Ukraine war could trigger economic problems comparable to the 2008 financial crisis. (Photo by Tomoki Mera) 
The Future of Asia 2022

China ex-official warns of Ukraine war's impact on Asian trade

Economic setback may be similar to 2008 financial crisis, says former WTO envoy

26 May 2022
Yun Duk-min, chair-professor at Hankook University of Foreign Studies, is expected to become South Korea's ambassador to Japan. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
The Future of Asia 2022

South Korea to restore Japan ties 'as soon as possible,' next envoy says

On North Korea, Yun Duk-min says U.N. is 'paralyzed' due to Ukraine issue

26 May 2022
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha says Asia must revive growth by "keeping the market open and inclusive." (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Thai PM Prayuth says states 'must support' multilateral trading systems

Digitalization, clean energy will be 'key drivers' for economic growth

26 May 2022
Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh says Asia "should strengthen its sense of responsibility in creating and maintaining a peaceful environment." (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Vietnam Deputy PM urges world to 'put aside' disagreements

Asia needs stronger 'sense of responsibility' to maintain peace, pursue prosperity

26 May 2022
Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob says Southeast Asia is "one of the most vulnerable regions to the effects of climate change." (Photo by Suzu Takahashi) 
26 May 2022
Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong speaks at Nikkei's Future of Asia conference on May 26. (Photo by Tomoki Mera) 
The Future of Asia 2022

Singapore PM Lee warns of nuclear 'arms race' amid Ukraine war

U.S.-China tensions risk splitting supply chains or 'worse unintended consequences'

26 May 2022
Cards with QR codes are being given out to inbound travelers at airports, asking them to report any monkeypox symptoms.
Society

Thailand asks inbound travelers to report monkeypox symptoms

Arriving passengers from selected countries given cards with QR codes

26 May 2022