Asian economies are resilient enough to ride out turbulence, International Monetary Fund economists said, underscoring the importance of taking turmoils in stride at a time when the region faces various internal risks in addition to Donald Trump’s return to the White House.
Asia remains a key engine of global economic growth, but this year it has seen a rise in uncertainties that span a range of factors. Japan’s surprising leadership transition, South Korea’s bungled martial-law command, and the threat of tariffs from Trump have made the future harder to predict in the region.