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Signs and symptoms of Thai stagnation
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 18/07/2025
» That Thailand is faring poorly in the world is no longer in dispute. Not so long ago, many were in denial and adamant that Thailand could still bring a good game to engage abroad, that "Teflon" Thailand could bounce back. Now, just about all indicators are pointing south. The causes of this country's decline and stagnation are not singular but multifaceted over a two-decade period. As Thailand's situation is likely to worsen before hopes for a better future can arise, it is instructive to start counting the costs.
Thailand tightens e-commerce control
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 14/07/2025
» Government agencies have further tightened oversight of digital platforms and products available via online channels to ensure consumer benefit and prevent sales of subpar products.
Ride-hailing drivers face tougher licensing rules
News, Published on 10/07/2025
» A regulation has been announced requiring drivers on ride-hailing platforms to register their vehicles as a form of public transport and obtain public driving licences, as part of efforts to strengthen safety and consumer protection.
Locals bear the brunt of Thailand's economic woes
News, Published on 06/07/2025
» Heat and heavy traffic in Bangkok have forced commuters to rely on motorcycle taxis as a means of transport, as they are fast and cheap.
Siam Piwat, Huawei Unite to Boost Quality Tourism
Published on 03/07/2025
» Siam Piwat Group, the operator of Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, and co-developer of ICONSIAM, has partnered with global technology leader Huawei to enhance Thailand’s appeal to high-spending international tourists—particularly Chinese Free Independent Travellers (FITs). Through this collaboration, Siam Piwat becomes the first Thai retail group to integrate its ONESIAM Global Visitor Card with Huawei’s HarmonyOS, connecting to over 400 million smartphone users in China.
Chinese automakers grab record hybrid market share in Europe
Published on 01/07/2025
» LONDON - Chinese automakers continued to expand their European foothold in May, capturing the highest share ever of hybrid-car sales and the biggest slice of the electric-vehicle (EV) market in 10 months.
Mobile phone bands auctioned off for B41bn
Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 29/06/2025
» The auction of four mobile spectrum bands on Sunday generated more than 41 billion baht from the sales of the 1500MHz, 2100MHz, and 2300MHz bands to two major telecom operators, Advanced Info Service (AIS) and True Corporation.
Grab introduces new efforts to support restaurateurs
Business, Published on 26/06/2025
» Leading food delivery platform Grab Thailand has introduced new initiatives to support restaurant operators, particularly small merchants and individual entrepreneurs, amid ongoing economic headwinds.
Drunk Turkish teen assaults Thai woman after rejection
Gary Boyle, Published on 25/06/2025
» A Turkish teenager was arrested early Tuesday morning after assaulting a Thai woman near Khao San Road in Bangkok following a drunken outburst over a lost passport.
Drunk Turkish teen assaults Thai woman after rejection
News, Published on 25/06/2025
» A Turkish teenager was arrested early Tuesday morning after assaulting a Thai woman near Khao San Road in Bangkok following a drunken outburst over a lost passport.