China Is Rewiring Its Innovation Model for Higher-Value Output
March 24, 2026
Sustained growth in R&D alongside declining filings suggests tighter standards and a reorientation toward higher-quality innovation.
Insights
Global Iron Ore Trade Remains Anchored to China’s Steel Industry
March 24, 2026
Australia and Brazil dominate supply while China anchors demand, with rising exports reshaping how iron ore flows through global markets.
Singapore Anchors High-Value Trade and Innovation in Asia’s Global Supply Chains
March 23, 2026
Singapore is a critical gateway for high-value investment and regional operations across Asia.
Southeast Asia’s Digital Economy Is Scaling Rapidly as Regional Tech Hubs Take Shape
March 23, 2026
Digital consumption across Southeast Asia is expanding rapidly across e-commerce, payments and platforms.
Asia’s Energy Import Dependence Is Creating Distinct Investment and Growth Profiles
March 20, 2026
Diverging energy import dependence across Asia is enabling more targeted investment across the region.
Disrupted Choke Points Are Forcing a Structural Rerouting of Global Trade
March 20, 2026
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed, the Red Sea corridors remain structurally impaired and trade has been rerouted via the Cape of Good Hope.