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Local stocks surge amid renewed political optimism
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 23/08/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) posted a significant gain yesterday, with investors seemingly convinced that the political impasse is coming to an end after the country's 30th prime minister was elected, with economic stimulus measures expected for the rest of this year.
Nation warned of lost opportunities
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 26/07/2023
» Foreign business communities in Thailand are hoping that the new government is established within one month, as the longer it is delayed the more opportunities the country will lose, according to the former chairman of the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT).
Stocks rise as political fears subside
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/05/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) returned to positive territory on Thursday after falling for three consecutive days following Sunday's election, with the victorious Move Forward Party (MFP) announcing a plan to form a coalition government with 313 members of parliament.
Trade politics get very messy
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/09/2021
» Geopolitics in Asia Pacific have become increasingly complex and drawn growing interest from outsiders since the US, the UK and Australia announced a new alliance known as AUKUS to enable Australia to build nuclear-powered submarines.
This is no time for instability
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 23/08/2021
» Politics dominated last week's developments in the region. Malaysia, once a bastion of stability in Southeast Asia, now has its fourth prime minister in less than 40 months after Muhyiddin Yassin stepped down last Monday.
Dark cloud over Myanmar
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/02/2021
» My first feeling after waking up last Monday and hearing about the military takeover in Myanmar is hard to explain, but it was certainly disappointing to see such a setback for Thailand's next-door neighbour.
Business unusual in Malaysia
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/05/2018
» Businesses and investors are still coming to grips with the new political order in Malaysia, where the government led by Mahathir Mohamad is moving quickly to place its stamp on the economy and also bring to justice those accused of corruption, including former prime minister Najib Razak.
Asean's busy election calendar
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/01/2018
» What should we expect for Asean in 2018? On the economic front, the overall picture remains unclear even though export growth is likely to continue on the back of improving global demand. But what is certain is that domestic politics will ultimately dominate the headlines.