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Taking a deep dive into the baht rebound
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 03/08/2022
» The currency of Southeast Asia's second-largest economy traded against the greenback at 36.08 on Monday, appreciating 1.4% compared to a week prior.
Unmasking changes to Covid restrictions
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 22/06/2022
» As Thailand plans to downgrade Covid-19 to endemic status in July, several rules from the pandemic era such as wearing a mask in public and mandatory purchase of Covid health insurance to enter the nation for foreign visitors are set to change.
Explainer: Should we be concerned about the baht?
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 11/05/2022
» Thailand started off this week with the baht weakening to a five-year low of 34.62 against the greenback. While in line with other Asean currencies that have softened against the US dollar, the performance is worth monitoring because it serves as an indicator in the country's recovery.
What are the entry rules from May 1?
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 27/04/2022
» Starting from May 1, fully vaccinated travellers entering Thailand are no longer required to endure a brief hotel quarantine and take an RT-PCR Covid-19 test upon arrival.
Covering the new entry rules
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 06/04/2022
» Starting from April 1, visitors entering Thailand enjoy more relaxed conditions after authorities dropped a negative pre-arrival RT-PCR Covid-19 test requirement. Yet the hotel sector remains adamant that a recovery is impossible until all the rules are removed.
Luring visitors and assisting the economy
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 23/03/2022
» In a bid to entice skilled foreign workers to move to Thailand and stimulate the economy, the state-owned Thailand Privilege Card (TPC) recently introduced new long-term visa perks that include a work permit. The novel programme is called Flexible Plus, which falls under the Elite Card scheme.
How will the war in Ukraine affect Thailand?
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 02/03/2022
» Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Feb 24 marks a major conflict that sent shockwaves through global stock and commodities markets. The action could affect tourism around the world, including in Thailand, which is still struggling to recover economically from the pandemic stress.
Thai Pavilion stresses nation's cutting edge
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 20/12/2021
» The Thai Pavilion at the World Expo 2020 in Dubai ranks among the top five most visited attractions, drawing in more than 100,000 attendees thus far with an immersive experience that highlights Thailand's digital mobility, trade opportunities and beautiful travel destinations.