This podcast episode discusses the economic outlook for Asia in light of recent global financial developments. While Asia faces some downside risks, it is still expected to outperform developed markets. Mitigating factors include easier financial conditions, lower commodity prices, and continued growth in China. Additionally, central banks in Asia have more room to ease policy than their counterparts in developed markets. Indonesia's economic stability and resilience to external shocks is also discussed, highlighting the country's ability to keep interest rates low and maintain robust domestic demand.