Dr Aranya Siriphon is currently Assistant Professor at Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Northern Thailand. Her research interest includes border and transborder studies, Ethnicity, and Chinese migration in Mainland Southeast Asia. She obtained her MA (2002) and PhD degree (2008) from Chiang Mai University.
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Between Taipei and Beijing: Education Options among the Yunnanese Chinese of Northern Thailand
Aranya Siriphon
Because of China’s soft power, some KMT Chinese in Northern Thailand have gradually shifted from being pro-Taipei to being pro-Beijing. Out of the 110 private tutoring Yunnanese schools in Northern Thailand, more than 40 have begun to accept Beijing’s support and modelled their school structure in accordance with PRC’s guidance.
New Chinese Migrants in Chiang Mai: Parallel Paths for Social Interaction and Cultural Adjustment
Aranya Siriphon|Fanzura Banu|Pagon Gatchalee
While descendants of older Chinese migrants in Thailand consider themselves Thai, new Chinese migrants tend to struggle with assimilating, due partly to negative stereotypes about foreign Chinese. This Long Read explores the parallel communities these new Chinese migrants have forged to address their needs for social integration.
Bangkok’s New Chinatown: Waiting for Another Ka-Ching
Aranya Siriphon|Fanzura Banu|Pagon Gatchalee
Bangkok’s ‘new Chinatown’ flourished when a steady stream of Chinese tourists visited the area. As the country prepares to re-open its borders, the question is whether the area will revisit its glory days.
Chinese Students in Thailand: Cash Cow, At a Cost
Aranya Siriphon|Fanzura Banu
Thailand is reaping the benefits of a steady stream of Chinese students being enrolled in its universities. The trend, however, is not cost-free.
The Ones to Watch: Chinese Investors in Thailand, Trends and Opportunities
Aranya Siriphon|Fanzura Banu
China has been accelerating its foreign direct investments into the kingdom, even as other investors have pulled out. Thai officials are hopeful that this trend will continue.