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
Pakistan
Economy
Sri Lanka finance minister pledges fiscal discipline
Strict adherence to IMF's demand to cap budget deficit at 3.5% by 2020
Economy
Maldives' sovereign bond offer tests economic prospects
Island group's first international debt instrument highlights economic and political concerns
Business
The 'Asian Netflix' takes on the pirates
Iflix finds Asian niche and offers US and regional content
Business
Japan's YKK to take on Chinese rivals in low-end zipper segment
High-performance fastener producer eyes dramatic growth in Asia
Economy
Sri Lanka and its cheap labor pool
Factory worker pay slow to go up despite economy's steady growth
Economy
Bangladesh to pour $2 billion of reserves into infrastructure fund
Critics question whether money will serve public needs or political whims
Business
India's Bharti Airtel snaps up Telenor's local unit
Norwegian telecom's farewell underscores tough conditions in crowded market
Business
Uniqlo operator publicizes nearly 150 suppliers
Japanese casual clothier yields to industry norm amid human-rights concerns
Politics
Sri Lanka's new information law puts corrupt officials in crosshairs
Civilians exercise 'right to information' following landmark legislation
International relations
Japan seeks balance with China in seas around Sri Lanka
Tokyo's bilateral ties with Colombo grow as Beijing flexes maritime muscles
Asia300
India's Bharti Airtel to buy Telenor's local business
Norwegian telecom's farewell underscores battle of attrition
Economy
Bangladesh moves forward on sovereign infrastructure fund
Critics warn of overlapping mandate with existing state-owned institution
Business
Protectionist trend a 'negative sign': Nobel laureate Yunus
Peace Prize winner urges 'redesign' of financial system to spread the wealth
Economy
Pakistan's booming car market attracts global attention
Influx of newcomers threatens Japanese players' market dominance
Economy
Pakistan's booming car market attracts global attention
Influx of newcomers threatens Japanese players' market dominance
Economy
Chinese investment boosts Pakistan's economic growth
China's involvement is 'Trojan horse' to some, 'game changer' to others
Business
Snapshots of Pakistan's big shots
Country's top conglomerates are making the most of the rising economic tide
Economy
Chinese investment boosts Pakistan's economic growth
China's involvement is 'Trojan horse' to some, 'game changer' to others
Politics
Trump immigration order leaves Bhutan refugees in limbo
For many, plans to join families and start new lives in the US are in ruins
Politics
More Trump jolts on the way
Europe, predominantly Muslim countries fear more divisive policies
Economy
Nepal needs bridge over troubled waters
Himalayan nation faces Sino-Indian competition for its hydropower resources
Politics
Muslim bloc urges Myanmar to end humanitarian crisis in Rakhine
Malaysia's Najib warns that the Rohingya issue could destabilize the region
Economy
Developing countries share acquired know-how with peers
Trainees from Africa, Middle East learning from Southeast Asia
Economy
Patrick Low: Don't write off the WTO
Global body is best-placed to address issues blocking mega-regional trade deals