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Siam Piwat Debuts First Co-Creation Retail Model, Wins Dual EDGE & Fitwel Certifications
Published on 24/02/2026
» Siam Piwat is redefining the retail landscape with NEXTOPIA at Siam Paragon, the world’s first prototype of a “Co-Creation Retail for Sustainable Lifestyle” model, securing two major international certifications: EDGE Advanced (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) and a 2-star Fitwel rating. This represents Thailand’s first dual recognition for NEXTOPIA, certified for both green building standards and its commitment to design for health, well-being, and quality of life. In addition, NEXTOPIA serves as a prototype of a space powered 100% by clean energy starting in 2026, with plans to expand this initiative to all shopping centres under Siam Piwat by 2030 as part of its roadmap to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Central Pattana sees net profit surge by 13% in 2025
Published on 24/02/2026
» Leading real estate developer Central Pattana Plc (CPN) has announced a strong performance for the 2025 fiscal year, delivering solid growth in revenue, net profit, dividends and foot traffic, reaching a new high for the third consecutive year.
Digital community projects under review
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 24/02/2026
» The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry is revising the Net Pracharat project to provide free WiFi for 24,700 villages, as well as the Community Digital Centres project that has developed 2,222 centres nationwide, in a bid to restructure them.
Thai growth upgraded after strong Q4
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/02/2026
» Three bank-affiliated research centres have upgraded their forecasts for Thailand's economic growth this year to around 2%, supported by a stronger-than-expected performance in the final quarter of 2025 and greater confidence in the new government.
Retailers call for more help than just spending stimulus
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/02/2026
» As the Bhumjaithai Party prepares to lead the next government, one significant campaign pledge was to revive the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme. However, people in the wholesale and retail sectors view this initiative as a temporary fix rather than a long-term solution to the country's sluggish economy.
The fuss about Thailand and Trump's Board of Peace
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 24/02/2026
» Thai media were perplexed by the appearance of the Thai flag in the background at the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace (BOP) in Washington, DC last Thursday. After all, Thailand is not a BOP member. In a swift response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the country was attending as an observer.
IRPC accelerates 4R strategy: “Recapitalise, Revitalise, Reframe, Reinvent”
Published on 23/02/2026
» IRPC Public Company Limited (IRPC) led by Terdkiat Prommool, President and Chief Executive Officer announced:
Thai exports jump most in four years on AI-led electronics boom
Published on 23/02/2026
» Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the United States.
Dead man walking
Business, Published on 23/02/2026
» Being labelled the "sick man of Asia" has forced Thailand to reassess the long‑standing problems causing its "chronic economic illness".
Post-poll power plays face danger
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 22/02/2026
» More than two weeks after the Feb 8 general election, the political landscape remains clouded by legal uncertainty and high-stakes coalition bargaining.