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Sustaining change in Cambodia: Hun Manet's journey of steady reform

Written by Jason Chumtong and Soth Chhayheng

The initial months of Hun Manet’s rule have been guided by public interest and the introduction of long-term strategies for the nation's progress to 2050, prompting reflection on the advancement of his vision for Cambodia's role in the region.

Southeast Asia9DLJanuary 25, 20249dashline, Sustaining change in Cambodia: Hun Manet's journey of steady reform, Jason Chumtong, Soth Chhayheng, Cambodia, Hun Manet, Hun Sen, long-term strategies, strategic policies, stability, foreign affairs, Pentagon Strategy, Kingdom of Cambodia, human capital development, economic diversification, economic competitiveness, private sector development, resilient development, sustainable development, inclusive development, digital economy, digital society, strategic shift, strategic guidance, collaboration, transregional political alliances, contemporary global strategies, reform, inclusive governance models, power sharing, domestic politics, opposition parties, competitive elections, least developed country, LDC, economic policies, economic reform, economic growth, foreign investment, national self-reliance, preferential market access, development aid, exports, garment industry, Everything But Arms, EBA, EU, duty-free access schemes, US market, EU market, Prime Minister, Prime Minister Hun Manet, human capital, social welfare, employment opportunities, healthcare, foreign direct investment, 43rd ASEAN Summit, ASEAN, UNGA, Saudi Arabia, ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit, ASEAN-Japan Summit, Sretta Thavisin, diplomatic gesture, state visits, mass immigration, water disputes, energy resource exploration, indo-pacific, Victoria Nuland, Cambodia-US relations, USAID, diplomatic ties, US-China rivalry, Ream Naval Base, Brazil, diversification, Emmanuel Macron, France, political leadership, Khmer politics, fiscal policy, bilateral meetings, World Economic Forum, inauguration

Sri Lanka gradually returns to macroeconomic stability, but risks remain

Written by Anjali Hewapathage and Thilina Panduwawala

It may be true that Sri Lanka is on a path of economic recovery, but, despite the ambition and compliance to continue growth, it might prove challenging as risk factors play out both locally and globally.

South Asia9DLSeptember 25, 20239dashline, Sri Lanka gradually returns to macroeconomic stability, but risks remain, Anjali Hewapathage, Thilina Panduwawala, Sri Lanka, macroeconomic stability, IMF, Extended Fund Facility, EFF, domestic debt restructuring, DDR, domestic creditors, rupee, central bank, superannuation retirement funds, domestic banking system, private sector bond investors, interest rates, monetary easing, inflation, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, statutory reserve, economic recovery, economic growth, import restrictions, foreign exchange, tourism, inward remittances, revenue targets, expenditure targets, fiscal targets, fund disbursements, tax revenues, GDP ratio, pay-as-you-earn, PAYE, withholding taxes, tax revenue, property tax, wealth tax, revenue collection, tax collection authorities, interest expenditures, multilateral organisations, Asian Development Bank, World Bank, domestic financing, foreign exchange reserves, state-owned enterprises, SOEs, fiscal expenditure, cost-reflective energy reforms, SOE privatisation, Petroleum sector, Petroleum sector liberalisations, United Petroleum, RM Parks, Shell, economic ambition, IMF-backed reform agenda, reform agenda, superannuation funds, debt restructuring, cost of living crisis, costs of living, national elections, lagging economic recovery, private sector, high interest rates, bank loans, banking sector, non-performing loans, economic risks, El Niño phenomenon, South Asia, crude oil imports, hydroelectric power, economic volatility, climate risks, low-income households, social safety nets, social welfare, Sri Lankan economy, external debt repayments, external financing, restructured debt repayments, debt repayments, Sri Lanka gradually returns to macroeconomic stability but risks remain

Taiwan’s ruling party: Reprioritising livelihood concerns?

Written by Roy Ngerng

Any party which is serious about protecting Taiwan’s democracy and sovereignty would need to prioritise workers’ rights.