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Regime must allow media to do its job
News, Umesh Pandey, Published on 18/09/2015
» As Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha heads to the United Nations to give his first speech at the world body next week with the emphasis on sustainable development, the question on many people's minds will not be the subject he is going to speak about but instead what is happening in Thailand.
Cambodia calling
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 14/09/2015
» As Thai companies start to see their sales tapering off amid slow domestic consumption, some are reaping the benefits of earlier decisions to enter markets where the risks at times have spooked other investors aware of their chequered history.
China at the crossroads
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 07/09/2015
» Not that long ago, China was the darling of the developing world when it came to showing how to get things done. Lately, though, it's been looking more like a basket case when it comes to economic management.
Police deserve praise -- and a PR adviser
News, Umesh Pandey, Published on 04/09/2015
» With the dust now starting to settle on the deadly bombing at Ratchaprasong intersection on Aug 17, it is becoming clearer who the possible culprits are behind this hideous act of terrorism.
PM must visit blast victims to lift morale
News, Umesh Pandey, Published on 21/08/2015
» There are few words to describe the feelings of Thai nationals and their global neighbours following the horrendous act of terrorism that took place earlier this week. The death toll stands at 20 dead - both Thais and tourists - and more than 120 injured.
We will all be losers in a currency war
News, Umesh Pandey, Published on 14/08/2015
» The move by the People's Bank of China (PBoC) to slash the value of the yuan by the most in nearly two decades is a significant step for the slowing Chinese economy that has been looking for a way to revive itself.
South China Sea simmers again
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 03/08/2015
» Once again the South China Sea is in the spotlight after the world's only real superpower and the wannabe superpower restarted their spat late last week.
China's star still bright
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 03/08/2015
» Despite the recent volatility in the equity markets in China, the country continues to offer a good opportunity for companies across the region, including Thailand, to raise funds to expand business.
Democracy and economic progress
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 27/07/2015
» Bangkok last week was the venue for addresses by two highly influential economic thinkers about the way countries in the region should proceed with development.
More volatility ahead for Asian markets
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 27/07/2015
» Asian markets are likely to remain volatile in the face of continuing global weakness, although investors would be better off putting their money into markets such as Europe and the United States, according to Kelvin Tay, the regional chief investment officer of UBS.