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Filling the political vacuum
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/07/2020
» A political vacuum is afoot, as the recent cabinet shake-up has induced a sense of the usual unpredictable nature of Thai politics.
Shouldering the burden
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/08/2020
» With no end in sight to the economic downturn caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the government aims to put much of its aid effort towards fiscal stimulus to prop up the economy, though there are unfavourable consequences to this move.
Cambodia’s economic response downplayed
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/06/2025
» The economic measures Cambodia has taken against Thailand in response to the countries’ border dispute indicate the nation is a few steps ahead of its neighbour, both in terms of retaliation and its posture in negotiations, says an analyst.
A mutually beneficial pact
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/03/2025
» On March 13, the European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Thailand for deporting Uyghurs to China. Members also urged the European Commission to leverage ongoing free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations to press Thailand to reform its lese majeste laws, release political prisoners, and cease the deportation of Uyghurs.
Gambling with Thailand's future
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Phusadee Arunmas and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/03/2025
» Since the government introduced its casino legalisation policy under the guise of an entertainment complex bill, it has continued to spark debate, with critics arguing the Pheu Thai Party should have never brought it up because the issue lacks public consensus.
MPC: Quarter-point raise not hurting fund inflows
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 07/02/2019
» The Bank of Thailand has insisted that the quarter-point policy rate hike last December has not resulted in offshore fund inflows, nor strengthened the baht.
A sneak peek at looming debt balloon
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Kanana Katharangsiporn and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 14/03/2024
» Non-performing loans (NPLs), debt accumulation and stagnant purchasing power have weighed on domestic consumption since last year.
Lots to do before checking out
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/12/2025
» Before southern Thailand was hit by a massive flood last week, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signalled an early dissolution of parliament, possibly by mid-December instead of the previously announced late January 2026, following opposition pressure for a no-confidence vote against the minority government.
Oil prices have authorities on edge
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Phusadee Arunmas and Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/02/2022
» The global oil price surge to US$100 a barrel as a result of the Ukraine invasion has the Energy Ministry concerned, prompting it to ensure sufficient oil and gas supply for Thailand.
Substance sorely lacking in party policies
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Phusadee Arunmas and Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/02/2023
» The election campaigns of political parties should focus on improving the country's competitiveness with effective short- and long-term economic policies rather than populist sops or market intervention that could mar the economy and add fiscal burden, says business leaders.