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Risky central bank politicisation
Published on 29/08/2025
» There is legitimate debate about the actual independence of modern-day central banks, but almost everyone agrees that overt politicisation of monetary policy — as we appear to be seeing in the United States — is dangerous. Why is that?
Structural reforms key to solving debt, say bankers
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/08/2025
» Thailand needs to make a transition from debt-relief measures to structural reforms to address the country’s household debt problem in the long term, says Payong Srivanich, chairman of the Thai Bankers’ Association.
Indonesia removes deputy minister accused of extortion
Published on 23/08/2025
» Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has signed a decree dismissing Immanuel Ebenezer from his position as deputy manpower minister after being named a suspect in an extortion case, the first sitting member of his cabinet to be involved in an anti-corruption investigation.
Krungsri, MUFG View Thailand a Key Growth Market, with Opportunity for Industry Reforming
Published on 21/08/2025
» Amid intensifying global and domestic challenges, Krungsri is reaffirming its commitment to advancing Thailand’s economy by deepening strategic partnerships with MUFG, clients, and partners through its three-pronged strategies for long-term success. Meanwhile, MUFG sees Thailand a key growth market, with opportunity for industry reforming.
The promise and peril of Bangladesh's 'youthquake'
Oped, Published on 20/08/2025
» The past year has been marked by a series of revolutions and political shocks as young people across Asia and Africa have taken to the streets, demanding accountable governments, fairer societies, and economic opportunities -- a wave of resistance that Binaifer Nowrojee has aptly termed "youthquakes".
Caution urged amid major power tensions
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/08/2025
» Amid escalating tensions between the United States and China, experts are urging Thailand to navigate the geopolitical landscape cautiously, preserving national interests rather than following Washington's lead.
Thailand warns of hit from US tariffs even as growth beats forecast
Published on 18/08/2025
» Thailand’s top economic council called for urgent structural reforms as exports are threatened by US tariffs, even after second-quarter growth surpassed estimates on a rush by businesses to ship goods to beat the new levies.
Thai banks swiftly follow policy rate reduction
Business, Published on 15/08/2025
» Local banks have responded swiftly to the Bank of Thailand's policy rate cut, reducing their lending interest rates.
China's uphill fight vs price wars
News, Published on 14/08/2025
» Overcapacity has made its way into China's domestic market, with price wars leading to collapsing profitability and accelerating deflation. The government has responded by launching a so-called "anti-involution" programme to combat deflationary price wars. It's had some early wins, but this could be a lengthy battle.
Ministry prepares stimulus measures to counter tariff
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/08/2025
» The Finance Ministry is preparing to roll out stimulus measures to offset the negative impacts of US tariffs, while also revving up its regulatory guillotine to enhance the country's competitiveness.