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Biman Mukherji

South China Morning Post

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Why Asia should look for new renewable energy partners after US pull-out

Why Asia should look for new renewable energy partners after US pull-out

Falling fossil-fuel prices may tempt some to switch back to old habits but that will prove a climate-change disaster.

14.03.2025 60

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Biman Mukherji

India’s Congress needs to change course or face oblivion

A string of defeats in state elections to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party shows that Congress and its allies have lost their way.

14.02.2025 30

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How Asian workers can play their tech cards right amid US visa uncertainty

Asian nations including India must take steps to empower workforces to take advantage of talent shortages in US firms.

31.01.2025 50

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South Asia needs to get its political house in order to turn around its economy

Political violence and social unrest have dented support for South Asian countries from investors and multilateral institutions.

27.12.2024 8

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Bangladesh’s turmoil deepens as Nobel laureate Yunus struggles to restore order

However, recent developments have dashed these hopes, and Dhaka now risks descending into renewed violence. Prominent Hindu leader Krishna Das...

29.11.2024 10

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India needs to honour Ratan Tata’s legacy with transparent funding of polls

An overhaul of the funding process and seat distribution in constituencies is needed to weed out ‘crony capitalism’ in Indian politics.

01.11.2024 3

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Death of two Indian women workers underscores need to revamp workplace culture

The deaths highlight a lack of worker safety, fuelling calls for inclusive workplace reforms in India, and addressing low female workforce...

04.10.2024 2

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EU’s carbon tax on China EVs sparks debate on environmental progress, economic burden in Asia

EU tariffs on Chinese EVs may benefit Southeast Asia and India, but complex environmental rules and carbon taxes pose challenges for Asian exporters.

06.09.2024 2

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AI-driven data centre expansion tests Asia-Pacific’s renewable energy readiness

Nations will need to grapple with increases in energy demand as data centres proliferate or put their net-zero emission goals at risk

09.08.2024 10

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Asia can climate-proof its economic destiny by weathering the storm together

Regional collaboration and self-reliance are crucial for preparing for potential weather-related disasters and addressing the challenges posed by...

12.07.2024 2

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Biman Mukherji