Asian Economies Resilient Enough to Endure Turbulence, IMF Says

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.