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Phuket nightspot operators want crackdown on illegal operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2026
» With the recent bribery case regarding entertainment operators in Phuket resurfacing, the private sector urged a crackdown on illegal operations such as staying open late for nightlife venues as well as unlicensed accommodations, which tarnish the tourist island’s reputation and deprive the government of tax revenue.
Gloomy outlook dampens prospects for eateries
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 08/01/2026
» The outlook for the restaurant industry in 2026 appears grim as there are no new positive factors. A Thai Michelin-starred chef urged restaurant operators to think carefully about business expansion.
South Korea rejects reports of entry denials
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/01/2026
» The South Korean Embassy in Thailand has rejected claims that Thai travellers have been unfairly denied entry, while outbound tour operators say they knew of few such cases last year.
Traffic seen as a challenge for Tomorrowland Thailand
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 07/01/2026
» Tomorrowland, one of the world’s largest electronic dance music festivals, has confirmed its first full-scale Asian edition will be staged in Pattaya, under a five-year plan expected to generate at least 20 billion baht for the local economy.
Yodchanan hears fishery concerns
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 07/01/2026
» Pheu Thai Party's prime ministerial candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat visited Samut Sakhon on Tuesday to meet with local fishing operators and to listen to their concerns on matters affecting Thailand's fishing industry.
Foreign investment must be a priority
Published on 05/01/2026
» In addition to short-term stimulus measures to revitalise a subdued economy, the new government should prioritise long-term structural and growth-oriented strategies to lift Thailand's competitiveness, particularly compared with neighbouring countries, says the Thai unit of crypto exchange giant Binance.
Minor sees opportunity to focus on quality over quantity
Business, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand's tourism this year should continue to be resilient and adaptable, which are among its greatest strengths, although arrivals in 2025 dipped from 2024, says Minor International.
Most co-pay scheme users under-spent
News, Published on 02/01/2026
» The government's Khon La Khrueng Plus co-payment scheme has officially ended, with more than 9.21 million participants fully using their allotted benefits, while over 10.5 million users did not redeem their full quotas.
Co-payment scheme ends, injecting B84bn into Thai economy
Online Reporters, Published on 01/01/2026
» The government’s Khon La Khrueng (half-half) Plus co-payment scheme has officially ended, with more than 9.21 million participants fully using their allotted benefits, while over 10.5 million users did not exhaust their entitlements.
Renewables expansion facing fresh challenges
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 01/01/2026
» Caretaker prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul's decision to dissolve the House adds challenges to the state push for a transition to clean energy in 2026.