Indonesia’s proposed 2027 state budget sets out an ambitious macroeconomic framework, targeting 6 percent economic growth, 2.5 percent inflation, a rupiah exchange rate of Rp17,500 per US dollar, and a fiscal deficit of 2.4 percent of GDP.

Indonesia’s consumer market remains resilient amid economic and market uncertainty, with consumers becoming more selective rather than simply reducing spending.

Bangkok landowners are increasingly using 30-year ground leases to unlock value from underutilized properties while retaining freehold ownership.

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.

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.

Thailand continues to attract international residential buyers, but increasingly sophisticated demand is reshaping market expectations.

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 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 office market is increasingly polarized between newly developed Grade A buildings and aging office stock, reflecting changing corporate priorities and workplace expectations.