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Thailand economy
Can Prayutnomics Help Thailand’s Economy?
By David Hutt
A look at what the prime minister’s tenure may mean for the country’s economic prospects.
Thailand: New Government, Same Old Issues
By Erin Cook
As a new government takes shape, the issues that lie ahead for it are quite familiar.
The Generational Challenge for Thailand’s Generals
By Preeti Jha
While Thailand’s coup leader remains premier, the polls unleashed new democratic sentiments that the regime now struggles to silence.
Thailand’s Coup Leader Completes Engineered Ballot Box Win
By Grant Peck
With parliament’s unsurprising vote, Prayut Chan-o-cha has completed an engineered effort to prolong his rule as premier.
Thailand Junta Chief’s Orwell Plug Sparks Controversy
By Kaweewit Kaewjinda and Grant Peck
Prayut’s reference to a George Orwell classic has served as yet another front for criticism against the government given its past record and the country’s current state.
Asia’s Elections: Market Moving or More of the Same?
By Anthony Fensom
Predicting the economic impact of polls in Thailand, Indonesia, India, Australia, and more.
Irregularities Cloud Thailand’s 2019 Election Results
By Erin Cook
Doubts about the results and the role of the election commission in particular have further intensified distrust about the country’s institutions and muddied the waters.
Thailand 2019 Elections: Conflicting Claims as Final Result Wait Continues
By Kaweewit Kaewjinda and Stephen Wright
Situation intensifies uncertainties about the result as well as the future prospects of the country.
US-China 5G War: Southeast Asia Battleground in Focus with Huawei’s First Test Bed Launch
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent development has spotlighted the subregion’s role within the broader conversation about the perceived security risks in working with Chinese firms in this realm.
Thailand’s Engagement With Africa
By Istvan Tarrosy
Yet another “unusual suspect” is intensifying relations with African countries. How far can it go?
A US-Thailand Alliance Boost Under Trump and Prayut?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though an upcoming summit meeting offers room for both sides to boost the relationship, there are also lingering challenges.
The Real Lesson in Thailand’s Struggle With a China Rail Project
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent controversy offers a cautionary tale with respect to large-scale infrastructure projects.