The paper argues that East Asia is setting the pace for the recent trend in regional and inter-regional integration, which is associated…

In this study, we examine the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in global value chains (GVCs) and highlight the…

We introduce the Credit Risk Database (CRD) and its contribution to financial inclusion efforts in Japan. By collecting financial data…

This study investigated the impact of banking integration on recipient country bank default risk and, in particular, whether the type of…

In many Asian countries we observe a rapid expansion of technology-oriented startups. Governments hope that these startups will boost…

This paper studies the experience of regulatory reform of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in Thailand and Malaysia. It explores the…

Main objective of this impact study is to highlight (i) major benefits experienced by VBSP clients and group leader in the long run; (ii…

Plans, priorities and public finances must be revised to ensure the Covid-19 virus is contained and the negative impacts of the virus…

Indonesia is the largest and fastest-growing internet economy in ASEAN. The market size is estimated to be USD27 billion in 2018 and it…

Financial sector development can play a crucial role in driving economic growth.