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The hidden friction of growth: Why legal readiness is critical for business expansion
Published on 16/01/2026
» As businesses pursue growth through market expansion, restructuring or new investments, attention is often directed toward commercial opportunities, financial projections and speed to execution. However, many organisations underestimate one critical success factor — legal readiness.
Foreign investment application value surges 37% in first half
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 14/08/2025
» In the first half of this year, 502 foreign investors applied to conduct business in Thailand under the Foreign Business Act (FBA), a 30% increase year-on-year.
Why OECD membership matters
News, Published on 12/05/2025
» In a highly fragmented world, Thailand's accession to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation Development (OECD) is more than just a diplomatic gesture -- it marks a transformative opportunity to accelerate structural reform and attract high-quality investment. Today, the 38 OECD member countries account for over 60% of global GDP and 75% of world trade, with over half of global energy consumption -- underscoring the bloc's strategic importance.
Thai Brands Expand to US Market via Amazon.com
Published on 27/08/2024
» At the TOPTHAI Cross Border E-Commerce Day 2024, the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) and Amazon Global Selling (AGS) announced that they have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help bolster e-commerce export capabilities of Thailand’s Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
Foreign investors updated on regulations
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/05/2024
» The Department of Business Development invited diplomats and representatives of international organisations in Thailand to attend a briefing on foreign investment under the Foreign Business Act (FBA) of 1999.
Brave son; internet lover shock; sleep porn; undies fiend
News, Mae Moo, Published on 18/02/2024
» You shouldn't be surprised
To invest or not to invest in Thailand?
Published on 28/06/2023
» In this post-Covid era, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Thailand has been on the rise, with FDI inflows and applications for investment promotions increasing 36% from the previous year (approximately $13 billion). Accordingly, Thailand's gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to increase from 2.6% in 2022, to a projected high of 3.7% in 2023.
Foreign investments soar in first 6 months
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/07/2022
» Investments by overseas companies registered under the Foreign Business Act (FBA) rose by 73.5% year-on-year in the first six months of 2022, led by Japan, Singapore and the US, driven by the government's investment promotion policy.
Foreign firms ask for List 3 change
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/11/2020
» Foreign businesses have called on the government to allow foreigners to take a full 100% stake in Thai businesses on List 3 of the Foreign Business Act (FBA), saying it will help lure foreign investment while the pandemic continues to deter activity.
3 removals from FBA's List 3 rules
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 02/11/2020
» The Commerce Ministry looks set to propose the cabinet remove three services -- telecommunications, finance and software development -- from List 3 of the Foreign Business Act (FBA) to facilitate foreign investment in Thailand.