Recent economic analysis has highlighted that Thailand’s economy is under pressure relative to its ASEAN peers, underscoring the need for accelerated structural reforms, innovation and productivity improvements to sustain competitive growth within Southeast Asia. (nationthailand) Key Insights: Structural Headwinds in Thailand’s Economy Implications for ASEAN Competitiveness Recommended Strategic Actions To Read more…
The Thai tourism industry is entering a critical phase of recalibration, as recent data highlight shifts in visitor flows, rising competition and evolving traveller preferences. Against this backdrop, Thailand is launching refreshed strategies to sustain growth, prioritise quality over volume, and reaffirm its role as a leading travel destination in Read more…
The Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) has warned that Thailand is at serious risk of being overtaken by its ASEAN neighbours if it fails to overhaul its economic model and prioritise the creation of “Good Jobs” and a new production system. (nationthailand) Speaking at TDRI’s annual seminar, “Reimagining Thailand’s Development Read more…
Analysts expect that Malaysia will rank as the second-fastest-growing economy among the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states this year, supported by strong domestic demand, resilient investment activity and improving export performance. Key take-aways Implications for the region and business Strategic messages “We are seeing the fruits of Read more…
KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian ringgit extended its gains on Wednesday, opening higher against the US dollar and supported by positive market sentiment following the successful conclusion of the 47th 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. At 8:00 am, the ringgit appreciated to RM4.1870/2065 per US dollar, compared with the Read more…
After two challenging years of oversupply and sluggish domestic demand, Vietnam’s cement industry is showing strong signs of recovery in 2025, fueled by accelerated public investment in infrastructure and a sharp decline in input costs. According to the Ministry of Construction, the sector recorded robust performance in the first half Read more…