U.S. Keeps Southeast Asia on FX Watch List

The video discusses the Treasury's watchlist, highlighting that Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam remain on it, with Vietnam showing progress. Thailand avoided the list but may face scrutiny due to its trade surplus with the US. Official responses from Singapore and Thailand emphasize their economic policies and currency management, with Thailand defending against currency manipulation claims.

Which countries were retained on the watchlist according to the transcript?

• Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam

• Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

• Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore

• Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam

What is the key threshold that Thailand may have exceeded, according to recent US data?

• Foreign exchange reserves

• Inflation rate

• Current account deficit

• US goods trade surplus

What is the main policy tool used by the Monetary Authority of Singapore?

• Trade tariffs

• Foreign exchange rate

• Fiscal policy

• Interest rate

How is Thailand attempting to narrow its current account surplus?

• Increasing exports

• Reducing imports

• Boosting public and private investments

• Devaluing its currency

Why does Thailand argue it should not be judged for currency manipulation?

• It has a trade deficit

• Its currency was the strongest in the region in 2019

• It has high foreign reserves

• It has low inflation