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Thai economy out of sync, out of sight?
Oped, Pavida Pananond, Published on 27/08/2021
» The changing nature of globalisation, compounded by pandemic-induced disruptions require a rethink of Thailand's place and direction in the global economy. Already hampered by pre-Covid trends of global slowdown in trade and investment, the economy is facing tougher challenges as the pandemic has forced multinational companies to reconsider their supply chain configuration. The changing contours of the global economy on the one hand and ongoing political tensions at home that have delayed much-needed structural reforms on the other are becoming a perfect storm that could blow away Thailand's chances of maintaining its once central role in Southeast Asia's economic dynamism.
Challenges of a post-virus recovery
Oped, Pavida Pananond, Published on 22/05/2020
» Picking up the pieces and preparing for the future after the economic and social ravages wrought by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic cannot start soon enough. For Thailand and Southeast Asia more broadly, pre-pandemic imperatives of economic upgrading for higher value-added jobs and industries are now compounded by new Covid-induced dilemmas of rising unemployment and labour abundance. Addressing this double whammy of economic challenges requires policy responses that are nuanced, fair and forward-looking in trying to achieve multiple objectives after the virus subsides.
Finding a place for Thailand's SMEs
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 23/08/2019
» Thailand's economy appears both odd and contradictory. On one hand, it continues to expand in the 3% range, an appealing growth trend by international standards. On the other hand, cursory and anecdotal evidence suggests the Thai economy is mired in a prolonged malaise.
Managing global adversity after poll
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 01/02/2019
» Discounting its disrupted precursor in 2014, the imminent first poll in nearly eight years has put the country's political future on the line.
How US-China trade impacts Thailand
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 14/09/2018
» Perhaps the most apt saying to apply to the so-called "trade war" between the United States and China is "when elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers".
What a trade war means for Southeast Asia
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 17/08/2018
» Although it's still early days in the so-called "trade war" between the United States and China, its knock-on effects are already palpable. Both sides have accused each other of unfair trade practices, and both have imposed a series of tit-for-tat tariffs and other protectionist measures that could lead to a runaway retaliatory logic and spiral beyond anyone's control.
Global investment risk levels on rise
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 18/01/2018
» Amid growing confidence of a global economic rebound and better domestic growth prospects, the 2018 investment outlook should not ignore downside factors that could hinder the long-run growth momentum. Structural challenges from policy uncertainties among the world's economic superpowers and saturating trade and investment flows through global value chains may cast more shadows over the local and global economy than the recovering numbers reveal.
Role flip sees Thailand buy, invest in US
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 05/10/2017
» In the new era of international commerce and diplomacy, role reversals are coming up everywhere.
Beyond lofty 'Thailand 4.0' rhetoric
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 20/01/2017
» In the aftermath of last year's Brexit and Donald Trump's surprising election victory, the global economy this year will face risks and uncertainties. Stagnant world trade growth will be further dampened by increasing protectionism and populism in the US, the EU and Asia.
The imperative of export-led growth 2.0
News, Pavida Pananond, Published on 19/05/2016
» Thailand is no stranger to military seizures of power. The Thai system has developed built-in resilience to absorb and overcome political uncertainty and economic shocks from putsches. However, its 13th coup two years ago, spearheaded by Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, coincides with a new pattern of economic challenges, requiring a more holistic and integrative policy framework that hinges on an open and stable political environment.