The conclusion of the first round of talks for the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), which filled out what countries would discuss going forward, underscored the commitment of Asian nations to engage with the United States on trade, said economists.
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The ministerial-level meeting of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), a new economic zone initiative led by the United States, began in Los Angeles on the 8th. A major focus of this meeting is how the 14 countries will be involved in the four areas called “pillars.” While some pillars are popular with many countries wanting to participate, others are likely to become unpopular due to concerns about being forced to create strict rules.
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Economic policy commentators across the Indo-Pacific region have expressed concern that the U.S. has taken a step back from traditional market-opening initiatives, which emphasize tariff reduction and the elimination of at-the-border barriers to international trade and investment.
Another week, another delegation of U.S. officials has arrived in Taiwan for talks with government and business leaders of the self-governed island that China claims as part of its sovereign territory…Kurt Tong, former U.S. ambassador to Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, said U.S.-Taiwan trade talks are likely to be less provocative to China than political or military moves.
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TAG Managing Partner Amb. Kurt Tong joins David Westin on Bloomberg TV’s Balance of Power to discuss China’s economic problems.
WASHINGTON, D.C. | July 19, 2022 – The Asia Group (TAG) is excited to announce two new milestones as we continue to expand and strengthen our world-class services and talent helping our clients succeed in the Indo-Pacific. We are delighted to welcome Christopher B. Johnstone as a new TAG Senior Advisor. Until recently, Chris served as the
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Washington, DC & New Delhi | June 16, 2022 – As The Asia Group (“TAG”) continues to deepen its presence across the Indo-Pacific through its Asia Expansion Initiative, the firm is pleased to announce three new additions to its South Asia team: Dr. Gopal Nadadur, Aman Thakker, and Shyam Krishnakumar. Dr. Gopal Nadadur joins The Asia
Admiral Philip S. Davidson served as the 25th Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command from 2018 to 2021. Before leading USINDOPACOM, Admiral Davidson held U.S. Navy leadership roles in North America, Europe, and Africa, and served ashore in multiple policy, strategy, and operations roles; these included service as senior military advisor to the Special Representative for
Ahead of the Sept. 8-9 ministerial, researchers at The Asia Group have created a graph, based on public comments from IPEF partners and others, showing which countries are likely to sign up for which pillar. The chart shows likely members, possible members and undecided members for each.
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WASHINGTON, DC | June 2, 2022 – The Asia Group (“TAG”) is excited to announce changes to its corporate leadership that will further advance the firm’s mission of developing an industry-leading strategic and business advisory consultancy for companies in the Indo-Pacific region. Rexon Y. Ryu will become President of The Asia Group and work closely
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