Economy
ASEAN is looking good, but now looking up to China and India
Even with solid growth through 2050, region will still be dwarfed by two giants
Contradiction is the shared ideal beneath the grouping's multiple systems
A stronger secretariat would help group build on its stability achievements
After a fruitful 50 years, the bloc is divided by uneven wealth and China's rise
Regional bloc needs closer integration to withstand challenges
As the group marks its 50th anniversary, security concerns loom as a deeply divisive issue
Leaders must develop a unified and coherent strategy
Internal divisions and big power interventions are likely to persist
China's rise and the digital economy are absent from the group's plans
Cross-border alliances give global rivals a run for their money
After conquering Southeast Asia, CEO Fernandes eyes more routes, Chinese market
Carmaker capitalizes on falling trade barriers with plants across the bloc
To grow, Southeast Asian bloc needs companies with proprietary tech
Toshiyuki Shiga says region's unique division of labor was key to success
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