Business trends
East Asian workers remarkably disengaged
Managerial changes needed before weak motivation harms performance
Kazakhstan
Politics
Kazakhstan aims to swap Cyrillic for Roman letters by 2025
Change signals a priority shift from the 'Russian world' world to globalization
Politics
Central Asia warily welcomes China's Belt and Road Initiative
Fears over Chinese aims linger, while Russia sees tectonic shift underway
Politics
America's deepening Afghanistan quagmire
Trump needs to break with failed US policies on the Taliban
Politics
Kazakhstan seeks to accelerate switch to Western alphabet
Long-serving president seeks escape from Russia's shadow
Economy
The ADB faces up to new challenges
As the multilateral lender marks 50 years, its skills are more vital than ever
Politics
Kunda Dixit: Giant neighbors and shifting plates put the squeeze on Nepal
Country must prepare to face natural disasters and political pressure
Economy
The ADB faces up to new challenges
As the multilateral lender marks 50 years, its skills are more vital than ever
Politics
Mongolia to revise new law after IMF postpones bailout
Plan to force foreign companies to bank locally was met with objections
Politics
Asia-Pacific press freedom takes another step back
North Korea, China at rock bottom as Hong Kong slips from top 10
Economy
The long, frustrating quest for free trade in Asia
A defanged TPP and an undercooked RCEP make for a murky future
Economy
The long and frustrating quest for free trade in Asia
A defanged TPP and an undercooked RCEP make for a murky future
Economy
If US won't lead on trade, China will: Ex-US trade rep
Michael Froman urges engagement in Asia-Pacific to counter Beijing's influence
Politics
Nepal feels both geopolitical and geotectonic squeeze
Himalayan nation under pressure to stay prepared for fresh tensions, geographic and political
Economy
China-Pakistan corridor could help stabilize South Asia
Dialogue with India and Afghanistan needed to maximize regional benefits
Business
The internet poised to dethrone TV as ad king
Advertising dollars follow consumer eyes to smartphones
Economy
ADB scholarships help foster human resources
Some 3,500 people across Asia have benefited from bank program
Politics
Hindu nationalism could hinder modern development
After Modi's state poll victory, Nepal and other neighboring countries must deal with India's expanded influence
Business
H&M, Zara operator fashion aggressive global expansion
Powerhouse apparel pair show no need to narrow focus
Politics
Russia-India rail link could undermine Suez Canal's importance
Expanding transport networks in Central Asia will help shape global routes
Politics
Kazakhstan risks backlash over labor crackdown
International criticism could hamper government image-building effort
Politics
Kyrgyzstan set for more unrest ahead of November elections
Detention of opposition leader sparks widespread protests against 'repression'
Politics
Hamish McDonald: Afghanistan's opium problem could also be a solution
It's time to revisit scuttled plans to license the deadly crop
Business
Traders help small producers beef up Japanese-food exports
Demand grows globally amid popularity of Japanese dishes