Asean's role in a new world orderFile photo shows a woman walking past the national flags of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) countries at an Asean trade meeting. Roslan RAHMAN / AFPProfound shifts are reshaping the global economy as political uncertainty, geopolitical rivalry and changing trade patterns disrupt the old world order, while a new one has yet to fully emerge. Through its regional network, Bangkok Bank has connected investors with opportunities in Asean, helping companies expand both regionally and internationally. There are significant synergies between Indonesia and Thailand, particularly in emerging industries such as EVs, energy and agriculture. Thailand, meanwhile, has become Asean's leading EV production hub, accounting for around half of the region's output.

Source: Bangkok Post February 16, 2026 00:21 UTC