Thailand has faced decades of political turmoil, but its economy has continued to grow, defying the odds. Strategically located and driven by strong industries, Thailand has managed to navigate through coups and crises. However, with ongoing challenges, can Thailand continue its upward trajectory and secure its place as a leading economy in Southeast Asia?
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Jun 2021
Duncan McCargo and Anyarat Chattharakul, "Future Forward: The Rise and Fall of a Thai Political Party" (NIAS Press, 2020)
Thailand has been in a deep political crisis since the royalist-military coup against the Thaksin government in 2006. A second coup, in 2014, ushered in a hard-line military dictatorship. The passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 2016 and accession to the throne of his son and he ... Show More
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May 2024
Latin America and the Asian tiger economies
<p>Go back 50 years and Latin America was generally wealthier than East Asia. But that has been reversed. </p><p>While the economies of East and South East Asia have taken off, enjoying a so-called "economic miracle", Latin America’s have experienced only tepid growth, despite th ... Show More
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