Thailand's Rule of Law Slump Threatens FDI and OECD Ambitions
Thailand's declining scores in the Rule of Law Index pose a significant threat to its foreign direct investment (FDI) prospects and its goal of joining the OECD by 2028. Weaknesses in anti-corruption measures and law enforcement are particularly concerning for investor confidence.
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