Tag "Thailand"
Little light ahead for Thailand’s troubled South
Amid another round of talks between the Thai government and Muslim separatists, here are some factors that have hindered the peace process.
ASEAN faces banking union problems
While the ASEAN Banking Integration Framework (ABIF) shows great promise, the insistence on sticking to the so-called “ASEAN Way” threatens to undermine it.
Political risks rock China’s tourism industry
From South Korea to Thailand, political risks will continue to significantly impact China’s tourism sector in the coming weeks.
Economic repercussions of the Thailand bombings
In the wake of a number of bombings across Southern Thailand, Thai authorities have been quick to rule out international terrorism as the cause. Despite this move to protect vital
Under the Radar: Laos’ new PM pushes for regional integration
Laos’ new leader Thangloun Sisoulith is banking on regional integration and economic diversification, as Laos chairs ASEAN in 2016.
What Suu Kyi’s visit to Thailand means for ASEAN relations
Myanmar’s State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi concluded a three-day official visit to Thailand with agreements on border and labour issues. The tour is evidence of the new democratically elected
Why the Mekong River is Asia’s next big investment locale
Japan’s $7 billion infrastructure investment deal is a move to expand markets and offset China’s growing economic influence in the Mekong River region.
Three imminent crises that could shape political risk in Thailand
Thailand’s political landscape looks increasingly uncertain. Three potential crises loom: Yingluck’s trial, the constitutional referendum, and Rama IX’s death.
Thailand’s undemocratic Constitution: 3 takeaways
Thailand’s latest draft constitution is a push by the Junta to cement its hold on power, effectively shattering the country’s democracy. While the Junta ostensibly seeks to preserve stability and
Three goals the Thai junta hopes to achieve before it exits
The Thai junta government is prolonging its stay. The new draft constitution empowers the military at the expense of weakening the executive branch and political parties. In the main time,
