The garment industry might come under US scrutiny for its high use of Chinese inputs. Countries should negotiate with the US administration for a reasonable and tempered approach to the transshipment question.
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Questioning the Question: Who Is Really Revising the Global Order?
For those who have consistently touted the “China threat”, recent US actions should necessitate some intellectual honesty.
Overseas Filipino Remittances and the Philippine Economy: Time for a Rethink
As remittances from overseas Filipinos slow down amid global uncertainties and a changing global economy, the Philippines needs to develop new growth drivers.
Rabble-rouser UMNO Youth Unlikely to Dent Ahmad Zahid’s Unity Call
UMNO Youth has pulled out all the stops to persuade the party leadership to yank UMNO out of the ruling coalition. But the UMNO president has different ideas.
Malaysia’s Proposed PM Term Limit: Some Things to Consider
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s legislation to limit the prime minister’s term to 10 years is a prudent move. This should be paired with fixed parliamentary terms.
Should Southeast Asia Pay Attention to ‘Spheres of Influence’?
What might the implications of the United States’ actions in Venezuela be for Southeast Asian countries?
Marhamah Rosli: Risk or Opportunity for Madani?
The prime minister has surprisingly appointed a neophyte as his new deputy religious affairs minister, but this move may yet pay off.
The UEC Debate Reawakens Identity Discourse
The issue of recognition for the pre-university exam certificate issued by Chinese-language schools has renewed identity politics in Malaysia.
Eliminating Extreme Poverty: Kerala’s Lessons for Developing ASEAN Countries
Kerala’s experience in fighting poverty holds some important lessons for ASEAN countries.
Takaichi and Taiwan: When Deterrence Looks Like Provocation
Chinese reactions to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae’s comments about Japan’s involvement in a Taiwan contingency have an element of political theatre. Beijing is adopting a more sophisticated strategy of isolating Tokyo on the issue.