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A difference of opinion
News, Published on 16/08/2025
» When the moment of truth came -- that Thailand had been slapped with a 19% tariff by the US, down from the originally threatened 36% -- several implications for the government were spelt out by experts, both positive and cautionary.
Thai banks swiftly follow policy rate reduction
Business, Published on 15/08/2025
» Local banks have responded swiftly to the Bank of Thailand's policy rate cut, reducing their lending interest rates.
US tariffs to be cushioned by B25bn state package
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/07/2025
» The Finance Ministry is allocating an additional 25 billion baht in the 2026 fiscal budget to mitigate the impact of tariff measures imposed by US President Donald Trump.
Central bank's direction in the spotlight
Business, Published on 23/07/2025
» Despite high hopes for greater flexibility and more cooperation between the Bank of Thailand and the government, economists remain concerned about the bank's independence and creditibilty.
Cabinet approves Vitai as next Bank of Thailand chief
Published on 22/07/2025
» Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday gave its approval for Vitai Ratanakorn to be the next governor of the Bank of Thailand, a government official said.
Are damaged Thai banknotes still usable?
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 17/07/2025
» Whether damaged Thai banknotes are accepted generally depends on the discretion of individual vendors. Minor damage, such as a small tear at the corner, often does not prevent their use for payment.
Central bank contender touts need to work with government
Bloomberg News, Published on 16/07/2025
» A contender to be Bank of Thailand's (BoT) next governor said she would be "a little more aggressive" in articulating the path for interest rates, calling for closer coordination of monetary and fiscal policies.
Cabinet to make Bank of Thailand governor decision next week
Published on 15/07/2025
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira brushed aside concerns about any last-minute problems after his choice for Bank of Thailand governor was not placed on the agenda of Tuesday’s cabinet meeting.
Pichai forwards central bank governor pick to cabinet
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/07/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira announced on Monday that he has signed off on and submitted his pick for the new Bank of Thailand (BoT) governor for cabinet consideration on Tuesday.
Thai govt loans to cushion blow of Trump tariffs
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 14/07/2025
» The Government Savings Bank (GSB) has been ordered to provide 200 billion baht in soft loans to support Thai entrepreneurs hit by US President Donald Trump's tariff measures.