Japan is back - with Abenomics


The fundamental thrust of Abe’s bold project is all about boosting Japan’s self-esteem, after decades of recession, indifferent leadership and subservience to America.

ON MAY 9, Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp (or SMBC) surprised Asia-Pacific markets by acquiring a 40% stake in Indonesia’s Bank Tabungan Pensiunan Nasional (BTPN).

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Opinion , karim raslan

   

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