Opinion / #competition
Competition for critical minerals is heating up, with China's rare earth curbs in retaliation for tariffs from the United States in the spotlight. Effective resource diplomacy will require countries to exercise sensitivity and foresight.
The Trumpian approach to critical minerals – evident from the United States' interactions with Ukraine – may force Southeast Asia to choose sides. The region needs to look at diversifying its technical partners in the energy sector.
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Eco chic vs. copycats
Fast-fashion brands are copying designs of sustainable clothing labels but they have not managed to imitate the concept.
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Asia’s banks are failing to grasp growing food system risks: study
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Opini / Kebijakan & Keuangan
Global inequality is as urgent as climate change: the world needs a panel of experts to steer solutions
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