In the third scenario, Thailand wil

In the third scenario, Thailand will experience major social and economic changes as a result of the realization of the ASEAN Community. The emerging market, BRIC, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, and China, will play an increasingly important role in the world economy. In Thailand, new economic centers will emerge and there will be more international communities, schools, and colleges. Cultural diplomacy will be conducted with countries in Indochina. Since this scenario is both desirable and undesirable in some of its aspects, Thailand needs to work out strategies for enhancing the country’s competitiveness, promoting international economic cooperation, strengthening internal security, and developing human resources.

Although the three scenarios reflect different dimensions of the future, they are linked with various events and tendencies that are evident in present-day society, so they may be useful for people involved in the work of preparing for the better future of Thailand.