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Singapore ruling party faces critical contest

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SINGAPORE

Outlook for Singapore's 2015 general election.

Emerging Asia activity will slow despite China rebound

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INTERNATIONAL

ASEAN's growth is nevertheless expected to outpace global growth, of which China and India are expected to contribute more than 50% -- India about 15% and China around 35%.

Bangladesh government will shrug off criticism

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BANGLADESH

Critics say the move weakens the Bangladesh Election Commission (EC). The next general election will likely take place in January. The ruling Awami League (AL) continues to reject…

China could help Malaysia meet spending needs

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MALAYSIA

The government will probably create an off-budget 'special purpose vehicle' to manage the lending from the Export-Import Bank of China. Using this mechanism rather than including…

Philippines jobs and wages issues could hit government

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PHILIPPINES

Economic policy challenges facing the government.

South Asia will focus on easing impact of large floods

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SOUTH ASIA

India and Pakistan face a higher risk of heatwaves. Rising average temperatures may be linked to increased monsoon-related emergencies in South Asia.

Budget may give Australian government little help

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AUSTRALIA

Anchored by cash handouts and tax relief for consumers, Frydenberg presented the budget as the next phase of a post-pandemic economic strategy but many of its provisions have…

China's megacity regions will develop unevenly

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CHINA

Wealth and political power are heavily concentrated in these regions. However, megacity clusters face major challenges of sustainability and resource management. They are testing…

China's Xiong'an new city will be made to succeed

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CHINA

The Xiong'an New Area project.

'Middle-class' demands conflict with Modi policy

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INDIA

Middle-class economic and political aspirations.