The Cruel Arithmetic of Income Convergence in East Asia
“The Cruel Arithmetic of Income Convergence in East Asia,” a blog I ask whether the Asian Miracle is continuing; whether following the model of South Korea and Singapore can the…
“Is it time to retire the PHL peso, Thai baht, and Indonesian rupiah?”
An op-ed piece in Manila’s Business Mirror, May 31, 2022. A single currency for ASEAN would encourage regional trade and cross-border investment. There are many hurdles to be overcome; it is not something to establish tomorrow.…
Is ASEAN an Affinity Group? What Exchange Rates Tell Us
“Is ASEAN an Affinity Group? What Exchange Rates Tell Us,” a blog and a background paper As new challenges emerge for ASEAN, the lack of a coordinated exchange rate…
The Impact of Low-Level Hostility on Tourism between Japan and South Korea
“The Impact of Low-Level Hostility on Tourism between Japan and South Korea,” a blog and a research paper Across East Asia, there is persistent low-level hostility between nations. This has…