Asia

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Blog Post
Yes, China’s Lending Is a Problem for Debt-Vulnerable Countries
November 01, 2018
In most developing countries, China's role as a creditor is modest—but in eight of the most debt vulnerable countries, Chinese lending is significant and growing fast. 
Blog Post
Why Are the World Bank and Asian Development Bank Still Financing the Myanmar Government?
September 10, 2018
Scott Morris investigates why that might be—and makes the case for a stronger response.
Blog Post
Pakistan’s Economic Prospects: A CGD Roundtable has Advice for Imran Khan’s New Economic Team
August 09, 2018
Although the new government has yet to take office, Imran Khan, who as of Monday has won the most seats in parliament, is expected to realize his long-term aim of becoming prime minister. Having run on a platform of ending corruption and promoting human development, expectations are high especially ...
Blog Post
Making Sexual and Reproductive Health Services a Priority for Rohingya Refugees and Host Communities
July 19, 2018
In refugee and other crisis contexts, women and girls are disproportionately affected by limited access to essential services, including health care. There is a clear need for provision and access to consistent, reliable, and effective sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, which&n...
Blog Post
Close to Home: The Role of Regional Partners in Advancing Medium-Term Solutions for Rohingya Refugees and Hosts in Bangladesh
July 10, 2018
The Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh continues to grip the region and—particularly with heightened risks during monsoon season—international headlines. There have been important steps toward a comprehensive solution that recognizes the reality of protracted displacement—b...
CGD NOTES
Why Does Pakistan Have Repeated Macroeconomic Crises?
July 03, 2018
Over the past 50 years, Pakistan’s record on macroeconomic management has been mixed. The next crisis is now approaching. Most economists agree that the post-election government will have no alternative but to approach the IMF yet again for another bailout with associated policy conditionality...
CGD NOTES
The Rohingya Crisis: Bangladesh Deserves a Win-Win Solidarity Compact
July 02, 2018
Ten months after the onset of the crisis, Bangladesh is home to the largest refugee settlement in the world. So what comes next? How should Bangladesh and the international community respond to this new phase of Rohingya displacement in Bangladesh for which Bangladesh is bearing far more than i...