Although TRUE moved quickly to reassure the Stock Exchange of Thailand that this isn't a full sell-off, the real question remains unanswered: how will even a partial disposal by its Chinese strategic partner reshape TRUE's shareholder structure, strategic direction and market confidence over the long term?

NESTLE INDOCHINA’S new chairman and chief executive officer has set his sights on fine-tuning the food company into a competitive organisation with a balanced portfolio and market contribution in the region.