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PM urged to resign to avoid the chaos of new elections
Business, Published on 20/06/2025
» The Paetongtarn Shinawatra government should not resort to dissolving the House of Representatives to address weakened political stability, following a leaked phone call between the premier and Hun Sen, the former Cambodian prime minister, says the Employers' Confederation of Thai Trade and Industry (EconThai).
Cambodia’s economic response downplayed
Published on 13/06/2025
» The economic measures Cambodia has taken against Thailand in response to the countries’ border dispute indicate the nation is a few steps ahead of its neighbour, both in terms of retaliation and its posture in negotiations, says an analyst.
Political paralysis
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 02/06/2025
» Signs of conflict within the coalition government have been more frequent this year, with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on several occasions denying rumours of cabinet reshuffles or even parliamentary dissolutions.
Giving seniors another chance
News, Published on 28/04/2025
» With one in five Thais now aged over 60, experts are saying the country will face an irreversible demographic crisis if the government doesn't roll out the necessary safeguards to ensure the welfare of its senior citizens.
'We really need to talk'
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2025
» With trade tensions exacerbated by the US's reciprocal tariffs, key business sectors are calling on the Thai government to prioritise negotiations with Washington during the 90-day pause, as the nation is expected to be one of the hardest hit from the tariff rate of 36%, which is significantly higher than the regional and global average.
Tariff timeout provides hope
Business, Published on 11/04/2025
» President Donald Trump's order for a 90-day suspension of US reciprocal tariffs for countries that do not retaliate, including Thailand, has prompted a positive response from investors as global stocks surged in a relief rally.
Doubts persist over financial hub bid
Post Reporters, Published on 24/03/2025
» The cabinet approved the Financial Hub bill on Feb 4, marking a significant step in Thailand’s bid to become a regional player in finance.
Developing the future workforce
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 17/03/2025
» Large-scale layoffs have continued in recent months, indicating ongoing economic challenges. Contributing factors include a decline in domestic purchasing power and growing external pressures, caused by the trade war.
Call for more tariffs alongside higher VAT
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 07/02/2025
» Most entrepreneurs want the government to raise tariffs on products imported to Thailand if it continues with its tax reform plan, according to the latest poll conducted by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
A taxing question
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 16/12/2024
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira recently unveiled a comprehensive tax reform plan designed to increase state revenue, support national development, enhance competitiveness and reduce domestic disparities.