Thailand is positioning itself as a regional leader in sustainable development through a green transition agenda that aligns with global climate commitments and national economic goals.

In April 2025, Indonesia's inflation rate surged to 1.95% year-on-year, marking the highest level since August 2024. This uptick was primarily driven by increased costs during the Eid festivities and the expiration of a temporary 50% electricity tariff rebate, which had previously suppressed housing expenses.

The global economy is entering a period of heightened uncertainty and volatility, driven by deepening geopolitical divisions, tightening regulations, and structural shifts in productivity. In this challenging environment, competitiveness has become a strategic priority for both countries and firms.

Bonds serve as vital financing instruments for both public and private sectors. With such significant values at stake, investment decision tools become crucial, particularly Credit Ratings issued by Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs).

Indonesia, Australia, and India—three influential middle powers in the Indo-Pacific—are increasingly drawn together by shared interests amid shifting regional dynamics, declining confidence in US leadership, and concerns over China’s assertiveness.

Indonesia’s accession to the OECD is projected to deliver substantial economic benefits, including increased GDP growth, stronger investment inflows—estimated at USD 87.7 billion in 2028—and improved investor confidence through alignment with international standards.

As Indonesia's two most important economic and technological partners, the United States and China’s growing competition threatens to disrupt Indonesia’s trade, investment flows, market access, and cybersecurity landscape.

Indonesia’s green industrial policy—centered on domestic processing of critical minerals and development of an electric vehicle (EV) industry—has positioned the country as a global leader in nickel production and a key player in EV supply chains.

Thailand is at a pivotal point in shaping its digital economy and must adopt adaptive, fit-for-purpose regulations to ensure sustainable growth amid rapid technological change, particularly the rise of AI.