The East Asia and Pacific region’s growth is slowing in 2026 due to external shocks, a World Bank Group report said.
Regional growth is projected to slow to 4.2 per cent in 2026 from 5 per cent in 2025.
Growth in China is projected to decelerate from 5 per cent in 2025 to 4.2 per cent in 2026 and 4.3 per cent in 2027.
Prolonged conflict may further raise economic distress and reduce regional growth.