Thailand faces a critical moment in reaffirming its commitment to peace and responsible conflict management along the Cambodian border. The recent dispute between activist Guntouch “Gun Jompalang” Pongpaiboonwet and Senator Angkhana Neelapaijit highlights the need for greater coordination between civic expression and state policy.

Indonesia stands at a crossroads in redefining its foreign policy to match its growing global weight and ambitions. A genuine overhaul must begin with a clear articulation of national interests, supported by strategic use of three key pillars: foreign policy instruments, channels, and diplomatic infrastructure.

Investment in research and development (R&D) plays a pivotal role in enhancing Thai firms’ competitiveness and overall performance. Evidence from 151 private companies indicates that R&D spending does not directly influence firm performance but exerts a significant positive effect when mediated by competitive advantage.

Europe is accelerating efforts to expand its global trade network amid evolving geopolitical and economic challenges, including shifting U.S. tariff policies and China’s industrial overcapacity. As German auto exports to China slow, the EU is taking bold steps to diversify its markets and strengthen multilateral trade cooperation.

Indonesia’s export boom following China’s WTO accession significantly improved labor market outcomes, particularly in regions with strong manufacturing activity. The study finds that between 2000 and 2014, districts more exposed to manufacturing export expansion experienced higher formal employment growth and greater income gains among lower- and middle-income groups, while commodity-driven exports yielded limited benefits.

Global economies are entering a period of profound transformation marked by persistent disruptions, rising uncertainty, and deep structural shifts. Seventy-two percent of chief economists expect global conditions to weaken over the next year as trade tensions, supply chain realignments, and rapid AI development reshape markets.

Thailand faces persistent regional income disparities shaped by geographical heterogeneity, according to an empirical study analyzing data from national household surveys and satellite imagery. Using Mincer’s earnings function and the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM), the research found that income levels vary significantly across provinces, with the central region—driven by manufacturing and services—outperforming the agriculture-dependent northern and northeastern regions. Night-time light intensity, used as a proxy for economic activity, confirmed these spatial disparities, showing strong income clustering in Bangkok and surrounding provinces.

Branding in Indonesia plays a crucial role in establishing competitive advantage for businesses navigating the country’s culturally diverse and dynamic market. Success depends on a deep understanding of local consumer behavior, values, and market trends.

Thailand is at a pivotal stage in its decarbonization journey, moving steadily toward its goals of carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero emissions by 2065. Businesses have made meaningful progress by adopting sustainable energy solutions such as solar power, energy-efficient systems, and waste reduction initiatives, laying a solid foundation for broader transformation.