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Tag: Article 44

Posted inAT Finance, Thailand

Thai junta oversees strong but unequal economy

by Peter Janssen February 19, 2019February 18, 2020

After nearly five years of military rule, Thailand’s economic fundamentals are strong across the board. Whether that translates into votes for the ruling junta’s proxy Palang Pracharat party at March 24 elections, however, isn’t yet clear. The Thai baht is Asia’s top performer this year, appreciating 4% against the dollar at a time other regional […]

A Thai pro-democracy activist uses a placard showing a caricature depicting Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha to shield himself from the sun in Bangkok, Thailand May 5, 2018. Photo: NurPhoto via AFP/Anusak Laowilas
Posted inAT Finance, Laos, Thailand

New clouds gather on Thailand’s electoral horizon

by Shawn W. Crispin January 4, 2019February 18, 2020
A marijuana plant juxtaposed against a Thai flag and prison cell in a collage image. Image: Facebook
Posted inAT Finance, South Asia, Thailand, World

Thailand in Asia’s lead to legalize weed

by Richard S Ehrlich December 7, 2018February 18, 2020
Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn (C) in a sacred funeral procession for his father, late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, in Bangkok on October 26, 2017.
Photo: AFP/Anthony Wallace
Posted inAT Finance, Thailand

How stable is post-cremation Thailand?

by Shawn W. Crispin December 6, 2017February 18, 2020

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