“Sudarat Surakiat” sees directly that Thailand is facing four major challenges, stating that it is time to solve the country’s structural problems. Elderly society climate change geopolitics attract new investment along with policy creation that supports sustainable change
At Sasin school of Management, Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan, president of the Mission We course, joined the discussion The Next Chapter “Deep into a new chapter in the same world” and was honored by Dr. Surakiat Sathirathai, former Deputy Prime Minister and Dr. Santitarn Sathirathai, economist. and the Monetary Policy Committee Join in the discussion to find “solutions” for the business sector in dealing with the disruption that has occurred. And it’s changing quickly. which received attention From a group of businessmen, both old and new, many attended to listen.
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Khunying Sudarat stated that amidst the changes of the world in various dimensions such as geopolitics or changes in the world’s climate Especially the world is in trouble. Thailand needs to cope with changes such as the problem of an aging society that affects the country’s economic growth. Labor force that will be the driving force of the country
Because of the present Thailand has entered a completely aging society. There are more than 13 million elderly people over the age of 60, or 19 percent of the Thai population, ranking second in ASEAN after Singapore. And it is expected that this decade will increase to 28 percent, or approximately 20 million people within 10 years, while the proportion of births will decrease to 500,000 people per year For many years in a row, this is the lowest birth rate in 71 years. If there is no preparation to deal with it, in 2042 the Thai population may be left with only Only 30 million people In addition, 57 percent of children born up to the age of 15 are born in poor families. which affects the development of various aspects of both the body and brain
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Therefore, it is time for the country to solve structural problems. Especially the elderly who face poverty and health problems causing the country to lack purchasing power and labor lack of good education which affects the country’s GDP It can be seen that Thailand’s economic growth is lagging behind ASEAN. If the authority does not solve the problem and prepare for new investment, it will not happen. Therefore, we therefore propose a public pension of 3,000 baht, which is not a policy of handing out money. But it is a policy that focuses on solving problems in an aging society. Make the elderly healthy and return to work It is an important force helping to develop the country. It will continue to be an important labor force and purchasing power.
Dr. Surakiat Discusses the impact of global geopolitical changes. Especially the situation of fighting in various regions, including Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Hamas, Israel, Iran, where there is a back-and-forth response. or the fighting in Myanmar between the Burmese military government and various ethnic minorities. that has built up to become more strong in many areas throughout the country Affecting Thailand both directly and indirectly It affects Thailand in various dimensions, more or less.
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It is absolutely necessary in Thailand. The situation must be understood and the country’s role correctly laid out. Giving an example of the fighting in Myanmar that in The former may need to talk with the military government leaders. But at present, who should I talk to? So there will be conclusions and conclusions on various matters. In the midst of conflict, Thailand must take the correct stand. Stand on correct principles say the right things We are not anyone’s conflict.
Dr. Santitarn sees that the current state of the world has 4 dimensions that are more aggressive. Whether it is the dimension of AI change that leads to labor shortages Especially the problems of the aging society that directly affect In addition, there are problems Jobs that lack people because people lack the skills and readiness to cope with change. There are also geopolitical problems which will affect relations in the region. Overall economy Including tourism Including the problem of climate change. and a more aggressive trade war These are all important problems that those in power must Prepare to deal seriously.
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