Economy
Sri Lanka faces trade, human rights link
EU dangles export tariff concessions before Colombo to secure post-war justice
Economy
Beijing's Belt and Road summit invites caution in the West
Doubts voiced about China's motivation, openness and transparency
Economy
Think the RCEP is about free trade? Think again
Beijing-led pact is aimed at saving China's own economy via the Belt and Road
Economy
The long, frustrating quest for free trade in Asia
A defanged TPP and an undercooked RCEP make for a murky future
Economy
The long and frustrating quest for free trade in Asia
A defanged TPP and an undercooked RCEP make for a murky future
Economy
Think the RCEP is about free trade? Think again
Beijing-led pact is aimed at saving China's own economy via the Belt and Road
Economy
If US won't lead on trade, China will: Ex-US trade rep
Michael Froman urges engagement in Asia-Pacific to counter Beijing's influence
Politics
Pakistan's top court rejects bid to oust prime minster
Nawaz Sharif narrowly avoids disqualification but faces further investigation
Economy
China-Pakistan corridor could help stabilize South Asia
Dialogue with India and Afghanistan needed to maximize regional benefits
Politics
The politics of elephants in the room
Sri Lanka looks after its pachyderms but keeping the human-animal peace isn't easy
Politics
The politics of elephants in the room
Sri Lanka looks after its pachyderms but keeping the human-animal peace isn't easy
Economy
Mishandled China-Pakistan Economic Corridor could misfire
Islamabad may be attempting too much, too fast amid mounting debt problems
Politics
Political chaos grips Maldives as Yameen fights for survival
Arrest of opposition figure and parliamentary vote highlight growing pressure on autocratic president
Politics
Pakistan bets on a Chinese development project, but debt looms
International lenders and ratings agencies fret over growing financial burden
Economy
ADB scholarships help foster human resources
Some 3,500 people across Asia have benefited from bank program
Economy
Nepal Maoists roll out red carpet for foreign investors
Former revolutionary communists seek overseas funding for development
Politics
Pakistan wrestles with growing 'Chinese corridor' debt
Analysts say burden of economic agreement with Beijing may be unsustainable
Politics
Japan moves gingerly toward accepting immigrants
While local integration efforts flourish, national policies get low marks
Politics
Hindu nationalism could hinder modern development
After Modi's state poll victory, Nepal and other neighboring countries must deal with India's expanded influence
Economy
Maldives' sovereign bond offer tests economic prospects
Island group's first international debt instrument highlights economic and political concerns
Politics
Sri Lanka's new information law puts corrupt officials in crosshairs
Civilians exercise 'right to information' following landmark legislation
International relations
Japan seeks balance with China in seas around Sri Lanka
Tokyo's bilateral ties with Colombo grow as Beijing flexes maritime muscles
Economy
Bangladesh moves forward on sovereign infrastructure fund
Critics warn of overlapping mandate with existing state-owned institution