BGA Senior Adviser Dr. Thitinan Pongsudhirak prepared an update for clients on the Iran war and its implications for the Indo-Pacific. Context The widening Iran war is increasingly reshaping regional security dynamics beyond the battlefield. As Iran continues to resist U.S. and Israeli pressure, questions are emerging about the durability of U.S.-led security arrangements that have underpinned regional stability for decades. Against this backdrop, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have strengthened … Continue Reading
BGA Thailand convened government, industry and academic stakeholders alongside the Petroleum and Energy Institute of Thailand to advance discussions on modernizing the country's petroleum regulatory framework. The roundtable examined how updates to petroleum and tax laws can support domestic natural gas production, strengthen energy security and improve investment competitiveness, helping position Thailand to address long-term energy and economic challenges.
(August 12, 2026)
BGA Vietnam Managing Director Ha Nguyen participated in a Ministry of Industry and Trade working session in Hanoi on U.S.-Vietnam trade negotiations, representing AmCham Vietnam in discussions with government officials and foreign business associations. She expressed support for ongoing bilateral trade talks while emphasizing the importance of regulatory transparency, efficient customs procedures and streamlined administration to strengthen Vietnam's competitiveness and sustain long-term foreign investment.
(August 7, 2026)
Ray and Jim speak with Trent Fulcher, CEO of Starboard Maritime Intelligence, on the growing risks to the world’s undersea cable network, examining how vessels can conceal their activities near…
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Dr. Thitinan Pongsudhirak
