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How can we future-proof the global economy?
Oped, Mohamed A El-Erian, Published on 23/04/2026
» An uncomfortable reality is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. The global economy is in a period of "more frequent and violent shocks", as Nobel laureate Michael Spence puts it. Instead of facing isolated and temporary disruptions, we are confronting a structural shift towards unsettling volatility, deepening fragmentation, and a wider dispersion of outcomes for countries, companies, and households. The old world is gone, and virtually everyone risks losing out in the new one. The question is by how much and what to do about it.
Russian flair
Life, James Keller, Published on 21/03/2026
» In honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya and in tribute to her distinguished genius in arts and culture, the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Russian embassy and the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO) Foundation, supported by B.Grimm, recently presented a spectacular concert titled Russian Seasons at the Thailand Cultural Centre (TCC).
Binance sees October Bitcoin uptick
Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 07/03/2026
» The Thai unit of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, believes the price of Bitcoin will start to climb by October, suggesting investors trade with caution as escalating tensions in the Middle East could be short-lived.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: Feb 13-19
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 13/02/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Iranian jet fuel keeps Myanmar bombers flying
Gavin Finch and Devjyot Ghoshal, Reuters, Published on 27/01/2026
» The first bomb to strike the remote village of Vanha in western Myanmar came from a junta warplane. It hit the only school in the hamlet, near the frontline of the civil war. The second came from a drone minutes later.
Chiang Mai Night Market lights up San Kamphaeng with dazzling visuals
Published on 22/01/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Chiang Mai, launched the “Chiang Mai Night Market” at Khuang San Kamphaeng of this northern province. The event was presided over by Siwakorn Buapong, deputy governor of Chiang Mai, and Thapanee Kiatphaibool, governor of the TAT.
Kokuho: A national treasure in name and essence
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 20/01/2026
» The movie Kokuho (2025) is, in both name and essence, a national treasure. This epic Japanese drama delving into the life of an onnagata, a male actor who specialises in playing female roles, not only introduces the centuries-old art form of Kabuki to the world, but also proves to be a triumph of Japanese cinema.
2026 outlook calls for recalibration
News, Mohamed A El-Erian, Published on 17/01/2026
» For global markets, 2025 was defined as much by what did not happen as by what did. The year offered a masterclass in the power of a single narrative, with massive, concentrated bets on AI masking various other unanswered questions. Yet as we move further into 2026, the AI narrative is unlikely to prove strong enough to continue overshadowing other lingering uncertainties, many of which reflect deeper structural shifts. For investors, central banks, and governments alike, the situation demands adaptation.
Geopolitics redraws the trade map
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Yuthana Praiwan, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/01/2026
» Geopolitical tensions between the US and Venezuela underscore the vulnerability of the global economy and trade to political conflict.
Oil's geopolitical premium is gone
News, Ron Bousso, Published on 25/12/2025
» Global oil markets faced multiple black swan events in 2025 -- including the Israel-Iran war and Ukrainian strikes on Russian refiners -- yet they were barely fazed. This calm may be the new normal in an era of energy abundance, even as the world becomes a more dangerous place.