Prior to the outbreak of coronavirus, medical tourism was a significant growth industry in many emerging economies. While the pandemic represented a major setback for the segment, there are signs...
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Economic Update | Covid-19 and medical tourism: is a recovery on the cards?
4 Feb 2021
Economic Update | Will Covid-19 unleash a new generation of digital nomads?
3 Feb 2021
With Covid-19 facilitating the widespread adoption of remote working practices, some emerging markets are seeking to attract digital nomads through a series of incentives and special visas.
Economic Update | Has Covid-19 prompted the Belt and Road Initiative to go green?
28 Jan 2021
Following a year of coronavirus-related disruptions, China appears to be placing a greater focus on sustainable, digital and health-related projects in its flagship Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Economic Update | Disrupted by Covid-19, will South-east Asia's super apps join forces?
27 Jan 2021
After a year of external expansion and internal reorganisation due to Covid-19, South-east Asia’s super apps appear to be looking towards mergers and public listings as a strategy for future...
Economic Update | Is the Covid-19 slump over for carmakers in emerging markets?
21 Jan 2021
The global automotive industry took a significant hit last year on the back of a Covid-19-related slump in activity. However, a more positive global outlook is set to boost demand, boding well for...
Economic Update | The Covid-19 vaccine rollout: which emerging economies are leading the way?
20 Jan 2021
A growing number of countries around the world are launching Covid-19 vaccine programmes, generating optimism that there is a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. However, while some developing...