Archanun Kohpaiboon
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Archanun Kohpaiboon is a leading development economist whose research focuses on international trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), and labor markets in developing Asia, with a particular emphasis on Thailand. His work critically examines how globalization and technological change reshape domestic economies. In his highly cited study, "Technological advancement, import penetration and labour markets: Evidence from Thailand" (2022, 35 citations), Kohpaiboon provides rigorous empirical evidence on the nuanced effects of trade liberalization and automation on Thai workers, challenging simplistic narratives about job displacement. His broader contributions include analyzing the spillover effects of multinational corporations on local firms and the role of industrial policy in fostering technological upgrading. With a career spanning over two decades, Kohpaiboon’s research is instrumental for policymakers and scholars seeking to balance economic openness with inclusive growth. His work is frequently cited in debates on Southeast Asian development, making him a key voice in understanding how emerging economies navigate the pressures of global integration and technological disruption.
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