China Will More Likely Grow Rich Before It Grows Old

We Are Social has appointed Toby Southgate as its global group chief executive officer, succeeding co-founder Nathan McDonald. Southgate, who previously led Forsman & Bodenfors, aims to drive growth and creative work for clients such as Samsung, Amazon Music, and Adidas across four continents with a team of 1,200 people. His experience in multinational agencies and focus on prioritizing people's well-being are expected to propel We Are Social into its next phase of evolution and...

Elon Musk's aides have taken control of the US Treasury Department's payments system, managing trillions of dollars in transactions annually, causing concern among critics. Musk, leading federal cost-cutting efforts under the "Department of Government Efficiency," claimed to be rooting out corruption and waste. The Treasury's payments system, crucial for handling government funds, was approved for Musk's control by incoming Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent after a career official was placed on leave for refusing access. Full...

The article discusses how the "MAGA" movement may lead to the decline of the American empire, highlighting the importance of cultural and strategic dominance in maintaining peace and prosperity globally. It mentions historical empires that brought peace and innovation, contrasting them with Trump's actions that threaten the global system created by the US after WWII, including withdrawing from international agreements and organizations. The author criticizes Trump's decisions, such as imposing tariffs and exiting climate agreements,...

India's finance minister announced a $2.9bn maritime development fund to boost the country's shipbuilding and repair industry, aiming to become a top 10 shipyard nation by the decade's end. The government will contribute 49% of the fund, seeking the rest from ports and the private sector, with a focus on attracting Korean and Japanese investments. The revamped Shipbuilding Financial Assistance policy will incentivize Indian owners to scrap old vessels and modernize their fleets. Full Article

Green finance has evolved into a vital tool for sustainable economic growth, driven by regulatory frameworks, investor priorities, and innovative technologies. In 2025, key trends include mainstream ESG investing, the expansion of green bonds, and the growth of carbon markets in Asia. Investment opportunities in renewable energy, such as solar projects in India and Vietnam, and the role of technology, like blockchain for carbon trading, are transforming the landscape. Government policies in China, Japan, and...

This post discusses the evolution of solidarity between the Bamar majority and ethnic groups in Myanmar following the 2021 military coup, exploring how new forms of Bamar solidarity challenge racial privilege. Drawing on interviews with 18 participants from 11 ethnicities, the authors argue that the revolutionary situation has led to increased institutional and grassroots solidarity-building efforts, with a focus on empathy and privilege awareness. The article evaluates the quality of changes in Bamar attitudes towards...