Tag: vietnam
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Resource Nationalism: A Driving Force Reshaping Southeast Asia
Indonesia’s plan to channel key commodity exports through the state entity PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia reflects a broader regional trend of increased government control in Southeast Asia. Businesses must now treat this shift as a structural priority and adapt to evolving policies across the region.
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No Ass-Kissing, Please – US Tariffs in Asia
Asian countries respond to US tariffs with pragmatism, but also resolve. As expected, Asia is bearing the brunt of the sweeping US reciprocal tariffs. The Asian markets experienced a substantial net outflow of foreign investments for three consecutive weeks, amounting to USD$3.84 billion for the week ended April 18, 2025. Unsurprisingly, some countries in the…