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The Chinese are expected to increase requirements for banking reserves. This could have a major impact on the economy.

Indonesia needs tax reform, but the government is focused on attacking corruption instead. Don’t expect any positive surprises, ABN Amro says.

Senior researcher finds the Chinese government needs to do more for a smooth transition to a Chinese market economy.

The Chinese government is taking new measures against strong investor interest for Chinese property.

Interest rates in Japan are still expected to move up, but a little later this year.

Malaysian interest rates should go up further and the country’s currency should therefore strengthen.

JP Morgan’s Asian equity strategist argues Asian emerging markets have become the new “defensive” assets.

Mixed signals from the Fed make FX range trading likely, with only the yen likely to see some action.

Inflationary pressures in the US see Asian currencies fall, with a near term consolidation increasingly likely.

ABN Amro is sceptical about a sustained economic recovery for Taiwan.