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Industry leaders fear political vacuum amid slowdown
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/09/2025
» The private sector is concerned a political deadlock could exacerbate Thailand's economic slowdown over the next six months.
Thai Senate approves 2026 budget
Published on 02/09/2025
» The Senate on Tuesday approved Thailand’s 3.78-trillion-baht budget for 2026, offering relief to investors concerned about political uncertainty following the court-ordered dismissal of Paetongtarn Shinawatra as prime minister last week.
Buy now, bankrupt later
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 01/09/2025
» Buy now, pay later (BNPL) services have swiftly risen in popularity in Thailand, riding the wave of e-commerce expansion and the appeal of flexible payment options that let consumers purchase now and settle later in instalments.
How tourist spending is going digital
Business, Published on 30/08/2025
» Starting in the fourth quarter this year, foreign investors arriving in Thailand can convert digital assets such as cryptocurrencies into baht to cover their travel expenses and spending in the country.
Govt's ambitious land bridge project 'puts residents at risk'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 29/08/2025
» The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the suspension of the government's ambitious Ranong-Chumphon land bridge project pending broader public hearings.
Ministry: GDP growth to exceed 2.2%
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/08/2025
» Thailand's economic growth this year is expected to surpass the Finance Ministry's earlier forecast of 2.2%, driven by the positive impact of the US reciprocal tariff, which gives the country a competitive edge over its rivals.
Pundits call for neutral trading stance
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/08/2025
» Thailand should adopt a neutral trade stance, diversify its markets, add value to agricultural products through innovation, and invest in logistics and data centres, according to a commerce official.
Hotel tycoon calls for urgent end to border spat
Published on 27/08/2025
» Thailand and Cambodia should urgently resolve their border conflict to minimise the hit to business and tourism, says Bill Heinecke, chairman of SET-listed Minor International Plc, one of Asia’s largest hospitality groups.
NESDC chief calls for major reforms
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/08/2025
» Thailand must take economic restructuring efforts more seriously for the country to move forward, says Danucha Pichayanan, secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), who has overseen the country's economic and social policy for five years.
Onfa Vejjajiva appointed as new NESDC chief
Online Reporters, Published on 26/08/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday selected Onfa Vejjajiva as the new secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), replacing Danucha Pichayanan, who will be transferred to lead a water management agency.