Daily Archives: January 17, 2020

Brunei Political Economy 2020: Stability and Security KB Teo SYNOPSIS Sultan Bolkiah is focused on maintaining economic stability and enhancing national security.  He is trying to reduce Brunei’s dependence on oil exports. At the same time, he is forging closer ties with ASEAN and China. COMMENTARY Brunei is an oil-rich country which relies on exportsContinue reading “Brunei Political Economy 2020: Stability and Security”

Philippine’s Foreign Policy 2020: Growth and Security KB Teo SYNOPSIS President Rodrigo Duterte’s foreign policy is characterised by the pursuit of growth and security.  He wants to restore the country’s economic growth. At the same time, Duterte is pivoting away from the US, while forging closer ties with ASEAN and China. COMMENTARY In shaping itsContinue reading “Philippine’s Foreign Policy 2020: Growth and Security”

Philippine’s Political Economy 2020: Strong Growth and Stability  KB Teo SYNOPSIS President Duterte is focused on boosting economic growth to increase employment and reduce poverty.   This year, growth is expected to rise to a strong 6.1%, from 5.8% in 2019. Politically, he is in a strong position.   COMMENTARY The more robust economic growth inContinue reading “Philippine’s Political Economy 2020: Strong Growth and Stability”