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Asean's role in a new world order
Oped, Chartsiri Sophonpanich, Published on 16/02/2026
» Profound shifts are reshaping the global economy as political uncertainty, geopolitical rivalry and changing trade patterns disrupt the old world order, while a new one has yet to fully emerge.
Khao Kradong row claims new victims
Oped, Veera Prateepchaikul, Published on 11/08/2025
» The Land Department has been given seven days to explain the Khao Kradong land issue. The timeline seems rather short for a land controversy which has bubbled away for decades.
Toxic tide still flows
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/06/2025
» A tip-off from a US environmental group about more than 200 hazardous waste containers arriving in Thailand this month highlights the urgent need for more decisive government action to prevent the country from becoming the world's dumping ground for toxic waste.
Trump's tariffs are likely illegal
Oped, Aziz Huq, Published on 25/03/2025
» US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on Mexican, Canadian, and Chinese imports rest on shaky legal ground. But they are unlikely to be struck down in court. By exploiting a gap between the law and brute power, the Trump administration is laying bare the weakness of America's constitutional order.
US-Russia détente will impact Asean
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 11/03/2025
» There is a blessing in disguise in the uncertainties caused by the "American First" policy by US President Donald Trump. That is, the long-awaited US-Russia détente has finally happened, removing the dark clouds hovering over the Association of Southeast Asian Nations' (Asean) ties with Eurasia's superpower since the fall of the Berlin Wall. The strained relations have impeded the political and security cooperation between the regional bloc and Russia.
Which way for MotoGP?
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/03/2025
» It is music to the ears as Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra vows that she will put politics aside and think business in deciding whether to renew a contract to host the MotoGP.
2025: Year of uncertainties and risks
Oped, Kirida Bhaopichitr, Published on 15/01/2025
» The Year of the Snake will be a challenging one for most countries as it will be filled with uncertainties and risks as geopolitical tensions intensify and deglobalisation accelerates. With President Donald Trump resuming the US presidency, the rise of trade and technology wars will disrupt trade and growth in many countries. Moreover, the geopolitical tensions in several key world hotspots may heighten the chance of wars. Nevertheless, amid the economic challenges, there are opportunities for the relocation of investments, which can be achieved if Thailand proves ready for them.
PM's dream of a Grand Prix in Thailand is futile
Oped, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 21/06/2024
» Bad news. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is pitching to bring a Formula One race to Thailand.
20 years of errors can't be fixed easily
Oped, Chartchai Parasuk, Published on 30/05/2024
» I have a strong feeling that piecemeal measures are what the economy is going to get from the government to combat Thailand's long-standing economic problems.
Racing dreams
Oped, Postbag, Published on 24/05/2024
» Re: "Racing to poverty", (PostBag, May 23) & "Srettha woos Formula 1 giants in Italy", (BP, May 21).