Japan’s New Fiscal Era Signals a Turning Point for Advanced Economies and ASEAN

Japan’s New Fiscal Era Signals a Turning Point for Advanced Economies and ASEAN

Japan is entering a new chapter in its economic history, shifting away from decades of fiscal restraint and deflation-focused policymaking toward a growth-oriented strategy centred on strategic investment, productivity and long-term competitiveness. While the policy shift is primarily designed to revitalise Japan’s domestic economy, its implications extend far beyond its Read more…

Stronger Japan–ASEAN Partnership Key to Building a More Resilient and Innovation-Driven Regional Economy

Stronger Japan–ASEAN Partnership Key to Building a More Resilient and Innovation-Driven Regional Economy

Japan and ASEAN should deepen their strategic partnership in frontier technologies, energy security and sustainable economic development to strengthen the region’s resilience against growing geopolitical and geo-economic uncertainties. As global competition intensifies and emerging technologies reshape industries, closer collaboration between Japan and ASEAN is increasingly viewed as essential to securing Read more…