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Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/07/2011
» Long-term central bank inflation policy ensures that people's purchasing power is not eroded and exports remain competitive.
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/12/2010
» Loan defaults mushroomed in 1997 and the government has to pay it all back now, but the central bank objects that monetary policy is its rightful job.
Jon Fernquest, Published on 25/11/2010
» For specialized medical treatment doctor don't actually have to be present in a far-away village or town. Internet-based technologies allow for remote treatment.
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/11/2010
» Paying special bonuses to government officials for "fines levied against the private sector" has "actually encouraged distortions and contributed to corruption."
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/10/2010
» Residences and land for personal farming will be exempted. Landholders who sit on land for long-term capital gains without developing will be penalised.
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/09/2010
» The US dollar is losing value (weakening, depreciating) while Asian currencies have been gaining value (strengthening, appreciating). This makes Asian exports more expensive which could have a negative effect on the Thai economy.