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Raise a glass to new alcohol laws
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/02/2026
» The Alcoholic Beverage Control Act of 2025, which took effect last November, has sparked confusion among stakeholders in the alcoholic beverage industry, including retailers and consumers. The Explainer intends to address some of the concerns.
Durian market hit by labour shortages
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/02/2026
» Thai durian exports are expected to face several hurdles due to labour shortages and a lack of collection centres during the harvest season.
Agency sees promise in creative economy
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 15/01/2026
» The Creative Economy Agency (CEA), a public organisation, says the creative economy could be Thailand's new growth driver.
Headline inflation set to see slight rise
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 08/01/2026
» Average headline inflation is expected to rise slightly in 2026, driven by increasing prices of agricultural products and the recovery of the tourism sector, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).
Call to support Thai characters
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 06/12/2025
» The Digital Content Association of Thailand (DCAT) believes the nation has the potential to become a regional hub for character trading, but the industry needs state support.
Call to rejig supplement ingredient supply
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 03/09/2025
» Thailand has a range of high-quality agricultural products, but it lacks the capacity to process these items into supplement ingredients.
Ailing sector puts on brave face amid raft of challenges
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/09/2025
» Political instability has no significant impact on the retail industry, which is already grappling with negative factors, according to the Thai Wholesale and Retail Trade Association.
Shabu restaurants forced into price war
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 15/07/2025
» The Thai Restaurant Association sees the price war among major shabu brands as reflecting challenges of the sluggish Thai economy, as consumers are increasingly seeking value-for-money dining choices. This price competition is also affecting small and medium-sized restaurant operators.
Thai fashion industry urged to create stronger global brands
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 15/07/2025
» Amid rising concerns over the surge of foreign fashion and beauty products entering Thailand, the National Soft Power Development Subcommittee for Fashion is urging all stakeholders in the fashion industry to differentiate their offerings and build strong Thai branding.
Mall Group keen on healthy competition
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/07/2025
» As the global trade landscape shifts, brands from around the world are expected to enter the Thai market. While this influx may create challenges for local manufacturers, retail operators believe it could revitalise Thailand's retail sector.