March 8th, 2018
All sewn up?
TPP 11 will boost business, but hopes remain for a U.S. return
The Big Story
TPP 11: How Asia took the lead in free trade
The trans-Pacific pact will help business, but hopes remain for a US return
International relations
Trump's about-face on the TPP keeps the world guessing
But as US president sends mixed signals on trade, governments move ahead with deals
Company in focus
Indonesia's biggest state bank embraces digital disruption
After tackling bad debt, Bank Mandiri seeks growth in changing industry
Economy
GM's restructuring plans are a timely warning for South Korea
Seoul must address structural problems to keep industry and the economy on track
Business
How one man's 'so what?' attitude changed the way Japan travels
HIS founder and CEO Hideo Sawada struck gold by ignoring 'common sense'
Business
Bain's new global chief expects big things from Asia
Manny Maceda says the consultancy aims to double regional revenue in a 'few years'
Business
India's telecom consolidation war claims another bankruptcy
Aircel is on its way out as stressed industry leaves three giants standing
Asia Insight
Southeast Asia's vulnerable migrants pose an economic dilemma
Countries struggle to prevent abuse without hindering business
Economy
Chinese leaders promise reform and moderate growth in 2018
Speeches to National Congress focus on tackling poverty, pollution and financial risk
Politics
China puts the US Navy on notice with far-flung ports and big guns
Xi's drive to become a maritime superpower echoes European imperialism
Economy
Asian export rebound is boosting better growth, at least for now
Higher interest rates and weaker smartphone demand are risks for China and the ASEAN4, says JCER
Economy
The Philippines talks with Russia about nuclear reactors
Southeast Asia's only nuclear power plant might come on stream after 30 years of neglect
Articles
India's $2bn bank scam sparks a rush to improve oversight
'Super regulator' mooted after jeweler allegedly obtained loans fraudulently
Economy
Rising costs loom over Asia's upbeat factory activity
Nikkei PMI readings came in strong in February, but manufacturers worry about weak currencies
Economy
Supavud Saicheua: Thailand must seize the moment to ensure growth
Serious reforms are needed before the next economic downturn hits
Economy
James Crabtree: AI develops in a global regulatory black hole
As the US retreats from economic leadership, who will supervise tech's frontiers?
Business
Nobuko Kobayashi: The #MeToo movement's disappointing impact on Japan
Sexual harassment is widespread and rarely confronted in Japan, but this can change
The Nikkei View
Trump must abandon dangerous tariff plan
Duties on steel and aluminum imports would hurt US allies more than China
Business
Indonesians pack onto slow boats despite the rise of budget airlines
Long-haul ferries cater to cash-strapped locals and, more recently, tourists
Articles
British author in Thailand puts Laotian detective fiction on the map
Colin Cotterill's Dr. Siri detective series uses art to get around potentially controversial issues
Articles
Le Corbusier's city points the way for Indian urban planning
Built 60 years ago, Chandigarh welcomes visitors with a vision of modernism
Articles
Ethnic Chinese step up the search for their roots
The diaspora reconnects with the ancient homeland in the digital age