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Efficiency at a Cost: How a Fiscal Rule on Disbursement Timelines Shifted Public Investment Toward Repairs
A 2021 fiscal reform in Thailand introduced a one-year deadline for disbursing public investment budgets, replacing flexible timelines.
Green Industrial Policy In A Fragmented World
Indonesia illustrates both the opportunities and constraints facing the Global South in pursuing green industrialization. While shifting global supply chains create openings to attract low-carbon investment, inward-looking policies in major economies and China’s dominance in clean-tech value chains limit latecomer advancement.
Economic Survey of Singapore 2025
Singapore’s economy grew by 5.0 per cent in 2025, easing slightly from 2024 but remaining resilient amid strong external demand. Growth was driven mainly by manufacturing, wholesale trade and finance & insurance, with manufacturing expanding robustly.
Tax Amnesty and Taxpayers’ Noncompliant Behaviour: Evidence from Indonesia
The impact of tax amnesty on taxpayer compliance is assessed using Indonesia as a case study, reflecting the country’s heavy reliance on tax revenue and more than two decades of tax reform experience.
Branding Strategy in Thailand
Thailand is experiencing a rapid evolution in branding practices as shifting consumer behaviour, digitalisation, and intensified competition increase the strategic importance of intellectual property, particularly trademarks and geographical indications (GIs).
Four Futures for Jobs in the New Economy: AI and Talent in 2030
Rapid advances in artificial intelligence are reshaping industries and labor markets, creating both opportunities and uncertainty about the future of work. While many executives expect AI to boost productivity and profitability, there is concern that it could also displace existing jobs if workforce skills fail to keep pace.
The Global Cooperation Barometer 2026
The 2026 Global Cooperation Barometer finds that overall global cooperation remains broadly stable, but its structure is shifting away from traditional multilateralism toward more flexible, smaller and alignment-based arrangements.
Four Futures for the New Economy: Geoeconomics and Technology in 2030
Navigating the new economy demands foresight as businesses face heightened uncertainty from geopolitical fragmentation, rapid technological change, and increasingly complex risk dynamics.
Strategic Human Resource Management in the Digital Economy Era: An Empirical Study of Challenges and Opportunities among MSMEs and Startups in Indonesia
Strategic digital human resource management plays a critical role in shaping workforce productivity and organizational performance among MSMEs and startups in Indonesia amid rapid digital transformation.
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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.
đź“Ś Geopolitical & Economic Research
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.