CHINA: “Demand-side reform” seeks income re-distribution to promote consumption
The Central Economic Work Conference signaled a new focus on pro-consumption policies to reduce the imbalance between excess supply and inadequate demand that has emerged in China’s economy following the pandemic. “Demand side reform” aims to promote consumption through inco… Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or E-mail Password […]
JAPAN: Suga puts political needs first in new missile defense plan
The Suga cabinet approved a new missile defense plan on Friday, 18 December, replacing the previous plan suspended earlier this year to deploy an Aegis Ashore missile defense system purchased from the US. The new plan highlights the cross-cutting pressures on the Japanese governm… Become a member to read the rest of this article