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Tariff chaos could halt 80 years of economic progress
Oped, Published on 26/04/2025
» International trade and exploration have captivated the human imagination for millennia. From Alexander the Great to Marco Polo, from the Silk Road to the East India Company, history is filled with examples of commerce redrawing the map of the known world. But for much of history, trade was shaped more by power than by fairness.
Asean to team up on US tariffs
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 25/04/2025
» The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) has agreed to work together to increase its members' bargaining power in dealing with the United States' tariff hikes, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said.
Shippers seek public-private tie-up
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/04/2025
» The Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC) has reiterated its call for the prime minister to form a collaborative public-private working group to navigate the evolving trade landscape.
Exports surge 17.8% to reach 3-year high of $29.5bn in March
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/04/2025
» Thai exports rose for a ninth straight month in March and exceeded expectations, reaching the highest level in three years, although steep US tariffs remain a concern, says the Commerce Ministry.
Corporate debt repayment capacity concerns Bank of Thailand
Published on 24/04/2025
» The Bank of Thailand has voiced concerns about the debt repayment capacity of some domestic corporations carrying heavy debt burdens amid increasing economic headwinds.
Finance Ministry mulls soft loans for global trade
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/04/2025
» The Finance Ministry is preparing to discuss soft loan measures with the Bank of Thailand to help exporters and importers affected by US President Donald Trump's tariff policies.
To ride out volatility, Asia Plus Securities urges diversification
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/04/2025
» Amid rising volatility in the global market, Asia Plus Securities (ASPS) is advising investors to diversify their portfolios internationally this quarter, focusing on fundamentally strong global equities in domestic-oriented, defensive, and high-dividend sectors to help mitigate risks.
US tariff saga puts wage hike on ice
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/04/2025
» The government's pledge to raise the minimum wage to 400 baht hit a roadblock on Tuesday after the tripartite board delayed its decision amid employers' concerns over an economic fallout following the recent US tariff changes.
Tariff war raises risk outlook for some regional banks
Business, Published on 23/04/2025
» Fitch Ratings previously anticipated broadly stable operating conditions across most Asia-Pacific banking systems in 2025, but a surge in US tariffs could threaten this assumption in some markets.
Can Thailand survive Trade War 2.0?
Oped, Published on 23/04/2025
» As the trade war is now being waged globally, Thailand needs to cope with the emerging impacts while trying to minimise the risks and grasp the arising opportunities. It is therefore important to understand both the upcoming headwinds and tailwinds for the Thai economy and businesses in Thailand.