Budget is all about plundering for a spending spree
The Yingluck government has set the 2013 fiscal budget at Bt2.4 trillion, which will require a deficit of Bt300 billion because revenue collection is expected to reach only Bt2.1 trillion.
Greece must quit the euro zone to save itself
The question is becoming more relevant as to when, not if, Greece will quit the euro zone.
Austerity cannot drive consumption and recovery
Over the next two to three months, Europe might be forced to come to terms with the failure of its unification.
Central bank in danger from government meddling
The Bank of Thailand will be at further risk of losing its independent clout if Dr Virabongsa Ramangkura were to be appointed as its chairman.
Asia's arms race puts everyone on edge
The world is building up into war mode.
Central banks hijacked to finance debt
What is the purpose of having a central bank?
Risks and rewards in regional integration
Cambodia hosted the Asean Summit earlier this week.
Simply not sustainable
A battle is heating up between the Finance Ministry and the Bank of Thailand.
The party cannot go on forever
I am attending a media conference organised by the International Monetary Fund in Singapore.
Not answerable to anyone
The United States has become a democratic, sovereign nation in name only.
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