Asia Pacific faces weaker growth, higher inflation from Middle East crisis: ADB

CNA • 2026-04-10T04:01:43Z • 9:02:00 • advanced • Business

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As the Middle East crisis unfolds, the Asia Pacific region braces for economic challenges. Discover how rising geopolitical tensions are impacting growth and inflation across developing Asian economies.

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Q2. What inflation rate does the ADB predict for this year?

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Q3. What key factor is contributing to the rising production costs in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors?

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Q4. What could happen if the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East collapses?

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Q5. Which countries are mentioned as being closely monitored for potential economic vulnerability?

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Vocabulary

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geopolitical

/ˌdʒiːəʊpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

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Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.

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The geopolitical tensions in the region have led to increased uncertainty in the markets.

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escalation

/ˌɛskəˈleɪʃən/

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An increase in the intensity or seriousness of a situation, especially a conflict.

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The escalation of hostilities has raised concerns about a potential war.

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inflation

/ɪnˈfleɪʃən/

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A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

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Inflation has caused the cost of living to rise significantly over the past year.

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disruptions

/dɪsˈrʌpʃənz/

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Interference with the normal functioning of something.

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Supply chain disruptions have affected the availability of many essential goods.

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vulnerable

/ˈvʌlnərəbl/

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Open to physical or emotional harm or damage.

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The vulnerable populations in the region are at risk due to the ongoing conflict.

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subsidies

/ˈsʌbsɪˌdiz/

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Financial support given by the government to help lower the cost of a product or service.

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The government has implemented subsidies to help reduce the burden of rising energy prices on consumers.

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