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Category Archives: Commentaries
Beyond FDI: Vietnam’s Moment for Tech Upgrading
To move up the technology value chain, Vietnam needs to think beyond foreign direct investment and focus on upgrading domestic capacity.
Chinese F&B Brands: Smaller Slice of Market for Thai Eateries?
Chinese brands are rapidly expanding in Thailand, with increased capital, tax incentives, and scalability, putting more pressure on local F&B businesses.
US Duties on Southeast Asian Solar Panel Exports: Where the Sun Does Not Shine
The US has imposed new duties on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian countries to address unfair Chinese trade practices. The duties will continue to be part of Washington’s arsenal of options.
Paetongtarn’s Suspension Spells the Collapse of Her Government
Following her suspension as prime minister, the writing is on the wall for Thai premier Paetongtarn Shinawatra and what remains of her ruling coalition.
The ‘First Lady’ Who Redefines Vietnam’s Diplomacy and Politics
Vietnam’s de facto first lady has blazed a trail which has enhanced Vietnam’s diplomatic overtures and softened her husband’s image.
Thailand Faces Growing Instability with Paetongtarn’s Intransigence
The leaked phone call between Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Cambodian leader Hun Sen has ignited political instability and thrown into question the already embattled prime minister’s position.
Possible Conflict in the Taiwan Strait: Southeast Asia Can Help US Maintain Focus
Amid growing risks of a conflict in the Taiwan Strait, Southeast Asian countries can spur thinking on the Taiwan question by prodding Washington to match its words with deeds.
How Social Media Fuelled Dedi Mulyadi’s Rise and Prospects for Indonesia’s 2029 Elections
While it is early days yet, might West Java’s highly popular new governor feature in Indonesia’s next presidential race?
The Vietnam War and US Security Policy on the Asia-Pacific
The region’s security architecture is evolving in the wake of the Trump Administration’s pressure tactics on US allies and partners. An articulation of doctrine would be helpful but may not be forthcoming.