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Thailand’s Stimulus Program on Schedule for May Launch, PM Says

Thailand’s Stimulus Program on Schedule for May Launch, PM Says

By Sebastian Strangio
There is still a lack of clarity about the government's plans to take out foreign loans to fund the $14.3 billion scheme.
Following China’s Export of Sanctioned Goods Through Central Asia to Russia

Following China’s Export of Sanctioned Goods Through Central Asia to Russia

By Dilfuza Mirzakhmedova, Shakhriyor Ismailkhodjaev, and Kamila Fayzieva
Goods exported to Russia from China via Central Asia need not be weapons in order to contribute to Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine. 

2023 Was a Wild Ride for Investment in Southeast Asia

2023 Was a Wild Ride for Investment in Southeast Asia

By James Guild
The region is still feeling the economic reverberations of the U.S. Federal Reserve's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Many Questions Remain About the Afghan Fund, and Its Frozen $3.5 Billion

Many Questions Remain About the Afghan Fund, and Its Frozen $3.5 Billion

By Catherine Putz
It’s hard to separate the financial welfare of the Afghan state from the conditions of the people, just as it is difficult to disentangle the Afghan state as it is today from the Taliban. 

Escape From Involution: The Overseas Expansion of Chinese Technology Companies

Escape From Involution: The Overseas Expansion of Chinese Technology Companies

By Shaoshan Liu
The strategic shift of Chinese tech companies toward overseas markets underscores a critical juncture in China’s technological trajectory. 
Economy Hangs in the Balance as Bangladesh’s Hasina Hangs on to Power

Economy Hangs in the Balance as Bangladesh’s Hasina Hangs on to Power

By M Niaz Asadullah
Some had hoped Bangladesh would be Asia's next tiger economy. Instead, it may be heading for a deep economic crisis, reversing years of gains.

Why Is Mexico Putting Tariffs on Chinese Imports?

Why Is Mexico Putting Tariffs on Chinese Imports?

By Juan Pablo Villasmíl and Joseph Bouchard
As bilateral trade hits record-highs, the country may be looking to exercise leverage and improve its terms.
Thailand and China to Introduce Visa-Free Travel From March

Thailand and China to Introduce Visa-Free Travel From March

By Sebastian Strangio
The move extends makes and permanent a temporary visa waiver that the Thai government introduced in September.

3 Economic Stories in ASEAN to Watch in 2024

3 Economic Stories in ASEAN to Watch in 2024

By James Guild
Last 2023, the coming year is likely to be a busy one for Southeast Asia on the economic front.

Mongolian Policymakers Must Prioritize the Energy Sector in 2024

Mongolian Policymakers Must Prioritize the Energy Sector in 2024

By Bolor Lkhaajav
A cohesive strategy aimed at improving the country’s energy sector has become a dire necessity. 

The State of South Asia in 2023

The State of South Asia in 2023

By Mimrah Abdul Ghafoor
The year was dominated by elections, and political and economic instability. Amid the bad news, India landed a spacecraft near the Moon’s south pole.
Thailand’s Wage Battle: Economic Boost or Competitiveness Concern?

Thailand’s Wage Battle: Economic Boost or Competitiveness Concern?

By Prem Singh Gill
Deliberation over incremental increases to Thailand's minimum wage underscores a delicate balance between the imperative for fair compensation and the necessity to preserve economic competitiveness. 

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