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Archanun Kohpaiboon

Archanun Kohpaiboon is a Visiting Senior Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, and a Professor in the Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University, Bangkok, Thailand.

Articles by Archanun Kohpaiboon (14)

New US Tariffs on Thailand: The Need for Market Diversification

Juthathip Jongwanich|Archanun Kohpaiboon

The US’ latest series of tariffs is seeking to compel Thailand and other countries to import less from China. There is a need for long-term market diversification.

Is Thailand’s Latest Co-Payment Scheme Justifiable?

Archanun Kohpaiboon

Thailand’s new co-payment scheme seeks to help Thais buffeted by the impacts of the crisis in the Middle East. But the reach of the scheme might be too broad.

The Economic Fallout from the Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict

Archanun Kohpaiboon

The Thai-Cambodian conflict has exacerbated economic losses on both sides.

Prime minister and Bhumjaithai Party’s party leader Anutin Charnvirakul speaks about the party’s future vision for the country at the Global Dynamics and Thailand’s Future event at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok on 12 January 2026. (Photo by LILLIAN SUWANRUMPHA / AFP)

Bhumjaithai-Led Government’s Platform Promises Financial Prudence but Needs Industrial Direction

Archanun Kohpaiboon

The Bhumjaithai Party’s election manifesto indicates policy continuity with modest additional fiscal spending. The incoming BJT-led government should decisively provide direction for Thailand’s manufacturing sector.

Is Thai Manufacturing Sick?

Archanun Kohpaiboon

The Thai manufacturing sector is suffering from low capacity utilisation. The government needs to think about longer-term assistance.