Vasuki Shastry Bücher

The book explores Asia's remarkable transformation post-World War II, highlighting the rise of economic powerhouses like Japan, China, and India. It delves into the stark contrast between high-income and struggling regions, emphasizing the challenges faced by the majority living in poverty. The impact of Covid-19 and geopolitical tensions, particularly the U.S.-China trade war, are examined as factors threatening Asia's economic achievements. Drawing inspiration from Dante's Inferno, the author presents a critical view of social issues, inequality, and the political landscape, urging a reevaluation of Asia's future.

Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) has become the noun, verb, and adjective of the modern business era. Faced with societal and regulatory pressure, big business in America, Asia, and Europe has been forced to define and articulate ESG goals to combat climate change and save the planet.

Asia has been the greatest show on earth since Japan's rise from the ashes of World War II, accompanied in successive decades with the emergence of the Asian tigers, and eventually the two giants China and India.