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The 30-Year Ground Lease: How Bangkok Landowners Are Unlocking Value Without Giving Up Title
Bangkok landowners are increasingly using 30-year ground leases to unlock value from underutilized properties while retaining freehold ownership.
Indonesia’s Free and Active Drift
Indonesia’s longstanding “free and active” foreign policy is facing a growing need for clearer strategic coordination as Jakarta strengthens engagement with both the United States and China.
ASEAN and Canada: Building Bridges with the Great White North
The ASEAN-Canada Strategic Partnership’s 2026–2030 Plan of Action and the anticipated conclusion of the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACAFTA) signal efforts to deepen economic ties and strengthen Canada’s relevance in Southeast Asia.
Meeting the New Demands of Thailand’s International Property Buyers
Thailand continues to attract international residential buyers, but increasingly sophisticated demand is reshaping market expectations.
The US-Indonesia Agreement on Reciprocal Trade: Three Views on its Economic and Strategic Impacts
The US–Indonesia Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART), signed in February 2026, provides Indonesia with improved access to the US market but requires broad commitments extending beyond tariffs into digital trade, investment, regulation and strategic alignment.
Edge AI: Why It Could Be the Next Strategic Frontier for Thai Enterprises
Edge AI is emerging as a strategic complement to cloud computing, enabling Thai enterprises to deploy AI directly on local devices for lower latency, stronger data privacy, reduced costs, and greater resilience in areas with limited connectivity.
Bangkok’s New Generation of Office Buildings
Bangkok’s office market is increasingly polarized between newly developed Grade A buildings and aging office stock, reflecting changing corporate priorities and workplace expectations.
Staying Relevant: Why Adaptation Now Defines Careers, Leadership and Business Survival
Indonesia’s evolving economic landscape highlights that long-term success for businesses, leaders, and professionals increasingly depends on adaptability rather than static competitive advantages.
Repositioning Thai Retail Assets For An Experience-Led Market
Thailand’s retail market is increasingly shaped by consumer demand for experience-led destinations that combine dining, leisure, wellness, services, and community activities.
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Fat Tiger Think Tank is a dedicated research and advisory hub that drives strategic insights for businesses expanding into Southeast Asia.
Our think tank delivers cutting-edge market analysis, policy insights, and industry-specific research tailored to help companies navigate Thailand's evolving economy and other high-growth ASEAN markets.
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Providing deep analysis on ASEAN and global economic trends to help businesses navigate regulatory landscapes, investment climates, and emerging opportunities.
đź“Ś Industry Reports & Whitepapers
Data-driven insights into key industries—including technology, sustainability, infrastructure, and international trade.
đź“Ś Market Entry & Business Intelligence
Through our Internationalisation Series and Trade Expos, we equip businesses with the insights, networks, and strategic roadmaps needed for cross-border success.