by Afshin Molavi | Dec 6, 2019 | NewPost, West Asia Economies
The Economist magazine had a nice piece on the latest findings from the Arab Barometer, a remarking polling service that surveys virtually the entire Arab Middle East and North Africa region on a regular basis. An excerpt from the piece “NO TO RELIGION or sect,” cry...
by Afshin Molavi | Dec 2, 2019 | China Economy, Emerging Markets, Globalization, NewPost
It’s the biggest online shopping event in the world. China’s Singles’ Day — which took place on November 11 this year — shattered records again last month. Some eye-popping stats below: $211 Billion – The amount spent by Chinese...
by Afshin Molavi | Dec 2, 2019 | India Economy, NewPost
Interesting question: Why have India’s leading corporate players remained silent on slowing GDP growth? Are they afraid? NDTV reports...
by Afshin Molavi | Nov 26, 2019 | China Economy, Hong Kong, HUBSS, NewPost, South China Sea, Trade
If you are of a certain age (at least 40), you will remember many of the toys you grew up with had a familiar label on them: “Made in Hong Kong.” Gradually, however, as production shifted from Hong Kong to southern China, that ubiquitous “Made in...
by Afshin Molavi | Nov 25, 2019 | Emerging Markets, India Economy, NewPost
Are demographics destiny? No, but a combination of good demographics and good governance can go a long way toward building a powerhouse economy. India’s demographics are looking increasingly favorable. India’s governance remains a work in progress. By the...
