Category Archives: economics

Thailand Fuel Troubles: From Subsidies to Substitution

Posted on March 1, 2011 by

Concern over the impact of rising fuel prices on the Thai economy has prompted a two-pronged intervention, which seeks to stabilise diesel prices through subsidies on the one hand, as well as accelerate the adoption of bio fuel alternatives to … Continue reading →

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A Light at the end of the Tunnel? Global Trends and Opportunites for British Business

Posted on September 28, 2010 by

It has become increasingly clear that the devaluation of sterling in 2008 is a long-term phenomenon, which is a strong impetus for making the UK economy more competitive. In combination with rising purchasing power in the emerging markets of Asia, where the middle class will soon approach 1 Billion soon, this presents a tremendous opportunity to open up new markets for UK goods and services. Continue reading →

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