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Non-Tariff Measures: Impacts and Challenges on ASEAN
Non-tariff measures (NTMs) are becoming increasingly prominent in global trade, with the European Union applying stringent requirements covering product standards, sustainability, and environmental compliance.
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.
The Effect of Exchange Rate, Gold Price and Oil Price on Stock Markets
Real effective exchange rates, gold prices, and oil prices influence stock market performance across Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, and South Korea in distinct ways.
Safeguarding ASEAN’s Digital Resilience through Cyber Insurance
ASEAN is experiencing increasingly frequent and severe cyber threats that create systemic risks across interconnected digital supply chains, exposing businesses to significant financial losses.
The Impact of Private Credit and Foreign Direct Investment on Economic Growth: Evidence from ASEAN-5 Countries
An analysis of ASEAN-5 economies from 1986–2023 finds that foreign direct investment (FDI), investment activity, and trade openness are positively associated with long-term economic growth, while excessive private credit expansion may undermine growth when lending outpaces productive absorption.
The Two-Trillion-Dollar Question: Is Southeast Asia Ready to Realize DEFA's Promise?
ASEAN’s completion of the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) marks a significant step toward deeper regional digital integration, with the potential to expand the region’s digital economy to US$2 trillion by 2030.
Russia’s Place at ASEAN’s Table: Between Principle and Pragmatism
The ASEAN–Russia Summit in Kazan underscored ASEAN’s commitment to strategic autonomy rather than any shift towards Moscow.
Mobilizing Private Capital for Sustainable Development Through Sustainable Bonds: Case Studies from Indonesia and Thailand
Southeast Asia faces significant climate financing challenges alongside increasing exposure to climate-related risks and environmental disruptions.
Southeast Asia Private Equity Pulse: Q1 2026
Southeast Asia’s private equity market entered 2026 with strong momentum, reaching US$9.2 billion across 19 deals — the highest quarterly deal value recorded in the past five years.
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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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Through our Internationalisation Series and Trade Expos, we equip businesses with the insights, networks, and strategic roadmaps needed for cross-border success.